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On fight night, tragedy strikes backstage as Mickey suffers a fatal heart attack after an altercation with Lang. Distracted and unprepared, Rocky is decimated by Lang in just two rounds, losing his title and his mentor on the same night. Regaining the "Eye of the Tiger"

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The film concludes with Rocky fulfilling his favor to Apollo: a private, third match between the two friends in Mickey’s old gym. The screen freezes on an oil painting of both men throwing a simultaneous punch, leaving the winner of their final bout a mystery. Key Character Role in Rocky III Champion turned underdog Reclaims title; gains a brother in Apollo Clubber Lang Primary Antagonist Loses title; remains one of Rocky's toughest foes Apollo Creed Former Rival / New Trainer Becomes Rocky's mentor and close friend Mickey Goldmill Manager / Father Figure Passes away from a heart attack Adrian Balboa Rocky's Wife Helps Rocky overcome his fear of failure On fight night, tragedy strikes backstage as Mickey