Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Which one of these boxers adopted the famous 'Rope-a-dope' policy in tackling his opponents?

  1. Evander Holyfield

  2. Mike Tyson

  3. Lennox Lewis

  4. George Foreman

  5. Joe Frazier

  6. Muhammad Ali
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Explanation

Muhammad Ali developed and famously used the Rope-a-dope strategy, most notably against George Foreman in the 1974 'Rumble in the Jungle.' The tactic involves leaning back against the ropes, covering up defensively, and letting the opponent tire themselves out by throwing ineffective punches, then counter-attacking when they're exhausted. None of the other listed boxers were associated with this revolutionary strategy.

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