George Chuvalo
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"George Chuvalo", Order of Canada/CM is a retired professional heavyweight boxer. Chuvalo was ranked #4 on ESPN's greatest chin in boxing history list (having never been knocked down or knocked out as an amateur or professional boxer). Chuvalo fought in the golden era of heavyweight boxing during the 1960's and 1970's. He is a five-time Canadian heavyweight champion, and two-time world heavyweight title challenger. Chuvalo lost to heavyweight legends such as Floyd Patterson, Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier and George Foreman, but was credited for his spirited performances. He did defeat top contenders such as Yvon Durelle, Doug Jones, Jerry Quarry and Cleveland Williams.

George Chuvalo was inducted into the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in 1995.

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