A gold medal basketball ticket that also witnessed the restoration of Muhammad Ali’s first Olympic honor.
Why This Ticket Matters
On August 3, 1996, the United States men’s basketball team defeated Yugoslavia 95 to 69 at the Georgia Dome to win the Olympic gold medal. The roster known as Dream Team III included another remarkable collection of NBA stars.
At halftime, International Olympic Committee president Juan Antonio Samaranch presented Muhammad Ali with a replacement for the light heavyweight gold medal he had won as Cassius Clay at the 1960 Rome Olympics.
This ticket connects two Olympic stories in one building: an American basketball gold medal and the restoration of an honor to one of the most important athletes of the twentieth century.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: August 3, 1996
- Event: 1996 Olympic men’s basketball gold medal game
- Teams: United States vs. Yugoslavia
- Venue: Georgia Dome, Atlanta
- Final score: United States 95, Yugoslavia 69
- Halftime ceremony: Muhammad Ali received a replacement 1960 Olympic gold medal
- Condition: Good condition; review photographs carefully
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.
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August 3, 1996, 1996 Olympics Gold Medal Game, Dream Team 3, Muhammad Ali Awarded Replacement Gold Medal at Halftime, Good Condition
A gold medal basketball ticket that also witnessed the restoration of Muhammad Ali’s first Olympic honor.
Why This Ticket Matters
On August 3, 1996, the United States men’s basketball team defeated Yugoslavia 95 to 69 at the Georgia Dome to win the Olympic gold medal. The roster known as Dream Team III included another remarkable collection of NBA stars.
At halftime, International Olympic Committee president Juan Antonio Samaranch presented Muhammad Ali with a replacement for the light heavyweight gold medal he had won as Cassius Clay at the 1960 Rome Olympics.
This ticket connects two Olympic stories in one building: an American basketball gold medal and the restoration of an honor to one of the most important athletes of the twentieth century.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: August 3, 1996
- Event: 1996 Olympic men’s basketball gold medal game
- Teams: United States vs. Yugoslavia
- Venue: Georgia Dome, Atlanta
- Final score: United States 95, Yugoslavia 69
- Halftime ceremony: Muhammad Ali received a replacement 1960 Olympic gold medal
- Condition: Good condition; review photographs carefully
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.