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I saw women's boxing on television for the first time when I was 18, and that's when I wanted to do it. So, it didn't come from me watching my father. I didn't know the sport existed; therefore, I wasn't really interested in it until I saw it.
Laila Ali
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"I saw women's boxing on television for the first time when I was 18, and that's when I wanted to do it. So, it didn't come from me watching my father. I didn't know the sport existed; therefore, I wasn't really interested in it until I saw it."
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I saw women's boxing on television for the first time when I was 18, and that's when I wanted to do it. So, it didn't come from me watching my father. I didn't know the sport existed; therefore, I wasn't really interested in it until I saw it. — Laila Ali

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Laila Ali was a Athlete from United States (1977–present).

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Who said "I saw women's boxing on television for the first time when I was 18, and that's…"?
This quote is attributed to Laila Ali, a Athlete from United States.
When did Laila Ali live?
Laila Ali lived from 1977 – present.
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