Muhammad Ali paved the way for Black Muslims in sports

Hakeem Olajuwon

Hakeem Olajuwon(Twitter/@ @DR34M)
Hakeem Olajuwon(Twitter/@ @DR34M)

Sport: Basketball

Olajuwon remains a devout Muslim. He converted early on in his NBA career and was so dedicated to his faith that he’d fast during Ramadan despite the fact that the holy period would often fall during the NBA season. #beast

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