The Thrilla in Manila: How Ali and Frazier Put the Philippines on the World's Sporting Map
A Historical Event
In 1975, the Philippines hosted one of the most iconic boxing matches of all time: the Thrilla in Manila. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier fought a brutal 14-round bout that is widely considered to be one of the greatest sporting events in history.
The Araneta Family's Role
The Araneta family played a pivotal role in bringing the Thrilla in Manila to the Philippines. Juan Anacleto Araneta, a wealthy businessman and philanthropist, was a close friend of Ali. He helped to arrange the fight and provided the financial backing for the event.
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