Who did Lennox Lewis choose to fight instead of John Ruiz in 2000?
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Answer
Michael Grant was selected by Lennox Lewis as his opponent in 2000, replacing John Ruiz. Lewis made this decision despite Ruiz being the mandatory challenger, as he believed Grant presented a more formidable challenge and would provide a more exciting fight for fans.
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