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Fighting under the name James J. Braddock (ostensibly to follow the pattern set by two prior world boxing champions, James J. Corbett and James J. Jeffries), Braddock was known for his spoiling, counterpunching style, powerful right hand, and his iron chin.
May 15, 2022 · Born poor in New York City on June 7, 1905, James J. Braddock went on to beat the odds and became the world heavyweight boxing champion.
Jun 3, 2024 · James J. Braddock was an American world heavyweight boxing champion from June 13, 1935, when he outpointed Max Baer in 15 rounds at the Long Island City Bowl in New York City, until June 22, 1937, when he was knocked out by Joe Louis in Chicago.
Nov 30, 1974 · NORTH BERGEN, N. J., Nov. 29 (AP)—James J. Braddock, who won the world heavyweight championship in 1935 by outpointing Max Baer in one of boxing's biggest upsets, died today at his home...
Braddock was down for a 4-count in round four. Mercurio went down three times in the first, and then was counted out in the second. Braddock fractured his right hand in the fourth round. Lomski knocked down in 2d and 5th; the judges split, and the referee called it a draw.
Nov 7, 2023 · Name: Jim Braddock. Alias: The Cinderella Man. Birth Name: James Walter Braddock. Hometown: North Bergen, New Jersey, USA. Birthplace: New York, New York, USA. Died: 1974-11-29 (Age:69) Stance: Orthodox. Height: 189cm. Reach: 191cm.
James J. Braddock. Following a successful amateur career, the New York City born Braddock turned pro in 1926. Behind a solid right cross and wins over Pete Latzo and Jimmy Slattery among others, he met light heavyweight champ Tommy Loughran in 1929, dropping a 15-round decision.
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