"The Story of Mike Tyson's Revenge for His Idol"

In 1985, Mike Tyson's idol, former world heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano, had been dead for nearly two decades. But that didn't stop Tyson from seeking revenge for his fallen hero.

During a training session in Las Vegas, Tyson had been sparring with former Olympic gold medalist Henry Tillman. Tillman had defeated Tyson twice in the amateur ranks, something that didn't sit well with the young fighter.

After a heated exchange in the ring, Tyson reportedly yelled, "You beat my idol, now I'm going to kill you!" The incident was captured on video and quickly became public knowledge.

Tyson got his chance for revenge later that year when he faced Tillman in a professional bout. The fight lasted just 99 seconds, with Tyson scoring a first-round knockout.

After the fight, Tyson admitted that his desire for revenge had motivated him. "I wanted to get him for beating me in the Olympics, but more than anything, I wanted to get him for beating my idol," Tyson said. "I'm glad it's over with."

Despite the controversy surrounding the incident, Tyson went on to become one of the most dominant and successful boxers in history, winning multiple world championships and earning millions of dollars in prize money. However, the incident with Tillman serves as a reminder of the fierce competitiveness and intense emotions that can drive athletes to greatness.