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James J. Corbett
American boxer (1866–1933)
For other people with the same name, see Jim Corbett (disambiguation).
James J. Corbett | |
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| Born | James John Corbett (1866-09-01)September 1, 1866 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Died | February 18, 1933(1933-02-18) (aged 66) Bayside, Queens, New York City, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Gentleman Jim |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Reach | 73 in (185 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 35 |
| Wins | 24 |
| Wins by KO | 12 |
| Losses | 4 |
| Draws | 3 |
| No contests | 2 |
James John Corbett (September 1, 1866 – February 18, 1933) was an American professional boxer and a World Heavyweight Champion, best known as the only man who ever defeated John L.
Sullivan (hence the "man who beat the man" concept of the championship boxing lineage). Despite a career spanning only 20 bouts, Corbett faced the best competi