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Boxer Micky Ward named to top 100 Irish-Americans


04.03 - LOWELL, Mass. – World-class pro boxer “Irish” Micky Ward has been named by Irish American Magazine as one of The Top 100 Irish-Americans. The Top 100 will be honored at a special March 14 dinner and presentation in New York City at the Plaza Hotel.

The Top 100 also includes Irish American of the Year, Michael Flatley, New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelley and actress Fiona Flannegan

Ward, 37, was the winner of Ring Magazine’s 2001 and 2002 Fights of the Year against, respectively, Emmanuel Burton and Arturo “Thunder” Gatti. He has a 38-11 (27 KO’s) record in 18 years as a professional and is the former World Boxing Union light welterweight champion.

“What a great honor this is for me,” Ward commented on his inclusion in the Top 100 Irish-Americans club. “I’m looking forward to being there. My relatives are from County Cork.”

Ward has issued a challenge to Gatti for their third fight. “I expect Arturo to give me the same opportunity that I gave him after I won our first fight,” Micky said. “We’re 1-and-1 now and fight fans all over the world want to see a third fight between us to settle the score.”

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