Sugar Ray Robinson - Wikipedia
Walker Smith Jr. (May 3, 1921 – April 12, 1989), better known as Sugar Ray Robinson, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1940 to 1965. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990. [1]
35 Years Ago, Boxing Lost The Great Sugar Ray Robinson
Apr 12, 2024 · The general consensus is clear: Sugar Ray Robinson is the most complete fighter ever in a boxing ring. Robinson was vicious but graceful. He defied all limitations of boxing and was that rare...
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Jul 10, 2020 · Two decades later, Denny Moyer would get the better of boxing’s first legendary Sugar Ray in the ring. Moyer, who fought as a pro from 1957-75, won his second fight with Robinson in 1962. He also fought Emile Griffith and Benny “Kid” Paret, beating Paret and splitting two bouts with Griffith.
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Jan 21, 2025 · 1960 — Paul Pender beats Sugar Ray Robinson in a 15-round split decision to capture the world middleweight boxing title. ... 1962 — Bob Feller and Jackie Robinson are elected into baseball’s Hall of Fame. Robinson, the first black to play in the majors, is also the first to enter the Hall. ... The Portland Trail Blazers outscore the ...
Sugar Ray Robinson: 35 Years Ago the Boxing World Lost a …
The legendary Sugar Ray Robinson (174-19-6-2 NC, 109 KOs) was born as Walker Smith Jr. in Ailey, Georgia, moving to New York City after his parents separated, which led to him dropping out of...
Sugar Ray Robinson: Boxer Profile - Biography & Achievements
Feb 29, 2024 · Beyond the ring, Robinson was a trailblazer for African-American athletes, breaking barriers and inspiring future generations. His legacy as one of boxing's all-time greats lives on, cementing his place in sports history.
Remembering the legendary Sugar Ray Robinson on the 99th ... - Boxing News
May 3, 2020 · After 13 rounds Sugar Ray Robinson was ahead on the scorecards: 10-3, 9-3 and 7-3-3. Six more minutes and he would have won.
Who was Sugar Ray Robinson? Everything You Need to Know
Sugar Ray Robinson was known for his exceptional speed, footwork, and skillful combination punching, making him one of the greatest boxers of all time.
Sugar Ray Robinson: A Spoonful of Sugar - Sporting Ferret
Oct 30, 2024 · Records reveal that Robinson stood victorious in five of their six meetings; the last of which was deemed, the ‘St Valentine’s Day Massacre.’. Held (ironically); in Chicago, Robinson meted-out a punishing lesson to La Motta, which accurately characterised the …
Sugar Ray Robinson wins his first title - DAZN
Dec 20, 2024 · La Motta is reported to have quipped: "I fought Sugar Ray so often I almost got diabetes…" The bloodiest of the encounters between the two, dubbed the ‘St. Valentine’s Day Massacre,’ saw Robinson claim the World Middleweight title in 1951 with a …