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When I hear or read the term “disqualified” I immediately think of some sporting event where a competitor in the event is either penalized or disqualified from that specific event for violating the preset rules of that activity. In boxing, certain punches are not permitted. Unethical actions within the ring are met initially with warnings, then point deductions and then a full disqualification. The most famous boxing disqualification came on June 28, 1997 in the Tyson vs. Holyfield match. In that match, Tyson was first penalized two points for biting Holyfield’s right ear. Shortly thereafter, Tyson bit Holyfield’s other ear. Referee Mills Lane examined the second bite and immediately disqualified Tyson.   Read more »