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What was the name of Leon Spinks' brother who also won Olympic gold?

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Michael Spinks, Leon Spinks' brother, also achieved Olympic gold. In 1976, Michael won the gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the Montreal Olympics, while Leon won the gold medal in the light middleweight division. Both brothers went on to successful professional boxing careers, with Michael becoming the undisputed light heavyweight champion and Leon winning the heavyweight title in a famous upset over Muhammad Ali.
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