23 SEPTEMBER 1966, Page 4

The Greatest

The business end of Cassius Clay Is much concerned with higher pay.

For, if they don't see crack for crack, The public wants its money back.

So profitable fights, he's found, Should go to the eleventh round, Until the wealthier fans begin To Wonder who is going to win.

Then, when they think there is a chance, Abruptly he calls off the dance, And with a straight from left and right Conveniently concludes the fight.

He loudest laughs who laughs the latest And Cassius Clay is still the greatest.

CHRISTOPHER HOLLIS