According to Dan Rafael of espn.com, former heavyweight champion Leon Spinks is serioulsy ill in a Las Vegas hospital.
“Leon is currently hospitalized and in the care of an exceptional team of doctors,” Brenda Glur Spinks, the former fighter’s wife, told ESPN in a statement on Thursday. “We kindly request that privacy be given to his family at this time. I, Brenda, Leon’s wife, and our family would like to graciously thank all of Leon’s friends and fans for all of the outpouring support of love and prayers.”
“Dear Friends: I know it’s been awhile. However, you know how I Believe in the Power of Prayer,” she wrote. “It’s been a tough year for us. Leon has endured a lot of medical problems. I’m reaching out to ask you to kindly pray for my Beautiful Husband Leon. So that he may overcome the obstacles that have crossed his path. We Love You.”
