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Clinton: 'Muhammad Ali made boxing part theatre, part dance'

Former US President Bill Clinton has paid tribute to Muhammad Ali, the former world heavyweight boxing champion, who has died aged 74.

Clinton praised Muhammad's attributes and described him as a unique individual.

Ali made boxing "exciting for people and meaningful again", he said.

"He made boxing part theatre, part dance", Clinton added.

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