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Muhammad Ali Hospitalized For Apparent Respiratory Problem

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Christian Datoc Senior White House Correspondent
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Boxing legend Muhammad Ali was hospitalized Thursday afternoon.

According to WDRB 41, “The Greatest” is being treated for a respiratory issue.

“Ali, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease, is being treated by his team of doctors and is in fair condition,” family spokesman Bob Gunnell wrote in a statement.  “A brief hospital stay is expected. At this time, the Muhammad Ali family respectfully requests privacy.”

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