Rocky Balboa
Rocky Balboa
A cheap loan shark drifts slowly through the Philadelphia streets,
If you only believe in stereotypes, you would instantly label him a
creep.
Some would call him a real waste of life, an unwelcome outcast for any
society,
Surely adopting this narrow minded view only shows your own anxiety.
Rocky Balboa had all the attributes to be a true warrior in the ring,
His talent was undoubtedly being wasted, not helped by living on a
shoe-string.
His life changed over night after Apollo Creed plucked him from
obscurity,
Lesser men would have only seen this as a ticket for financial
security.
The Italian Stallion created a lethal partnership with his trainer
Mickey,
Punching meat caught the eye of the press, if anything it was a little
gimmicky.
The big title fight drew nearer and nearer by the second,
Extra preparation was called for as the main event beckoned.
The tough and intense training schedule included drinking six raw
eggs,
Rocky was also thrown an orange as he ran up the now infamous steps.
Rocky knew the most he could wish for was going the distance,
He would have to show good guile, a strong heart and unrivalled
persistence.
The crowd waited in baited breath for the two boxers to enter the
arena,
An easy win for creed, a formality, a publicity stunt in the eyes of
the media.
The fight was a mammoth affair, Rocky’s stature grew after every
round,
Could the biggest upset in sporting history unfold and a new champion
crowned?
Both Apollo and Rocky looked like they had been involved in a bitter
war,
As the bell rang to signal the end of the fight, the crowd let out an
almighty roar.
Apollo Creed clung onto to his title after winning the epic boxing
match on points,
The end result wasn’t important to Rocky, his only goal was not to
disappoint.
Adrian sneaked into the ring and clung to Rocky as tight as can be,
A real champion was born that day, and as they say the rest is
history.
By Adrian Wallett
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Comments and faves
bitzcelt (63 months ago | reply)
superb work
NickOwenPhotography.co.uk (63 months ago | reply)
It Rocky's
crazyfocker532 (47 months ago | reply)
Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Stallone Collectibles, we'd love to have this added to the group!
and we would also like to invite you to join this group. ^_^
Ohh Shh Its Jon added this photo to his favorites. (29 months ago)
Adrian Wallett (19 months ago | reply)
Thanks everyone for the kind comments regarding my painting of Rocky Balboa - all very much appreciated!