Which of Rocky Balboa’s opponents sent Sylvester Stallone to the hospital after a real punch during filming?
Apollo Creed
Clubber Lang
Ivan Drago
Tommy Gunn
Fact: In Rocky IV, Sylvester Stallone faced Ivan Drago, the towering Soviet boxer portrayed by Dolph Lundgren. At Sylvester Stallone’s request, Lundgren threw full-power body punches to make the fight scenes look more realistic. One powerful blow to Stallone’s chest and ribs caused his heart to swell, forcing him to spend several days in intensive care. Although the injury was serious, Stallone recovered and completed filming, and the brutal showdown between Rocky and Drago became one of the most iconic fights in movie history.
Correct Answer: Ivan Drago