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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