Father and trainer of Tony Harrison dies of coronavirus

Andrew Karlov April 20, 2020, 6:33 a.m.
Ali Salaam

Ali Salaam passed away at the age of 59, as it was confirmed by his son, a former WBC light middleweight champion. Salaam was the son of Henry Hank, who successfully boxed in the 50s, 60s and 70s.

You was in a tough fight and you went the distance. The decision just didn’t go our way, but we was together every step of the way. What more could I ask! My right hand forever. Get some rest, pops. It ain’t goodbye. Just see you later!” Harrison wrote about the death of his father.

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