American boxer Mike Tyson is going to give up drinking and drugs. As acknowledged by the legendary athlete, because of them he is now on the verge of death. ITAR-TASS referring to the North American media. «I want to change my life and get back on the right track. I\’m on the verge of death due to excessive alcohol consumption. And I do not want to die,» — said Tyson. According to him, he did not drink alcohol and drugs «for six days,» and never will do that. On account of Tyson\’s 50 victories in a career (44 — KO) and 6 losses. In 1986 he became the youngest world champion. After he won the title of absolute world champion in the heavyweight version of the International Boxing Federation, World Boxing Council and World Boxing Association. In addition to success in the ring Tyson is known for scandalous behavior and three convictions.
Source: «Russia», the newspaper