The boxer (拳击手) Melankomas, victor in the 207th Olympiad, 49 AD, was from Carla, a region of what the Greeks called Asia Minor and is now known as Turkey. Born to an outstanding father, Melankomas was known for his handsome body and good looks.
This athlete, we are told, had a soul as brave as his body was beautiful. In an effort to prove his courage, Melankomas chose athletics, since this was the most honorable and most strenuous path open to him. Evidently some men believed that the training a soldier must endure is less difficult than that of an athlete, particularly that of a boxer.
Amazingly enough, Melankomas was undefeated throughout his career yet he never once hit an opponent or was hit by one.
His boxing style was to defend himself from the blows of the other boxer and avoid striking the other man. Invariably, the opponent would grow frustrated and lose his composure. This unique style won Melankomas much admiration for his strength and e
A. A Greek Legend
B. Legend of the Greek Boxer, Melankomas
C. Melankomas's Unique Boxing Style
D. Remarkable Olympic Athlete
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