At 81 years old, the boxing icon was honored with a gala evening featuring nine matches at the same venue where he faced Elisha O'Bed in April 1976. Robinson narrowly lost that bout by points, but it remains one of the most significant moments in Ivorian boxing history.
The jubilé celebration on August 22 brought together boxing enthusiasts and officials to recognize Robinson's contribution to the sport in Ivory Coast, decades after his memorable performance against the world champion super-welterweight. somethingsdifferent.biz

