The term BOXER SPINKS is a reference to Leon Spinks, an American former professional boxer who competed from 1977 to 1995. He is best known for his upset victory over Muhammad Ali in 1978 to win the world heavyweight championship. Leon Spinks was born in St. Louis, Missouri and had a successful amateur career before turning professional. He won a gold medal at the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. He retired from boxing in 1995 with a record of 26 wins, 17 losses, and 3 draws.