LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- People of all ages gathered in downtown Louisville Sunday as the city celebrated the greatest.

The 10-foot bronze sculpture commemorates Ali's place in Maine history, when he defeated Sonny Liston in the first round of their title fight in 1965.

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"We are very grateful for Muhammad Ali's contributions, and I want my kids to be able to remember that, so this is why we're here," said local mom Dorothy Owens. "Be the best you can be ...