Muhammad Ali's funeral to be viewed worldwide by billions of people

US: Boxing legend Muhammad Ali's who passed on at the age of 74 on Friday June 3rd in Phoenix, Arizona after being admitted to a hospital with a respiratory problem, will be laid to rest on Friday June 10 in his home town of Louisville, Kentucky.

Ali's funeral is set to be one of the biggest events in TV history with billions of audience worldwide expected to watch the boxing legend's final journey. The funeral service will also be shown online

The three-time world heavyweight champion, before his death, battled Parkinson's disease for 32 years.
Flags have been flying at half-mast in tribute to him since his death was announced.

During the funeral procession, his body will pass the Muhammad Ali Centre, travel along Muhammad Ali Boulevard and through his former neighborhood and the procession will end at Cave Hill cemetery for a private family ceremony.

Family spokesman Bob Gunnell said:

"Muhammad Ali was truly the people's champion and the celebration will reflect his devotion to all races, religions, and backgrounds."

"Muhammad Ali's extraordinary boxing career only encompassed half of his life. The other half was committed to sharing a message of people and inclusion with the world."

"Following his wishes, his funeral will reflect those principles and be a celebration open to everyone."