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Joe Gans, born Joseph Gant on November 25, 1874, in Baltimore, Maryland, stands as a pivotal figure in the history of professional boxing. Renowned as the “Old Master,” Gans was a trailblazer in the sport, showcasing not only exceptional skill inside the ring but also resilience and determination that left an indelible mark on the sweet science.
Joe Gans est un boxeur américain né le 25 novembre 1874 à Baltimore, Maryland, et mort le 10 août 1910. Carrière. Il devient champion du monde des poids légers le 12 mai 1902 en mettant KO au 1 er round le suisse Frank Erne. Gans défend 14 fois ...
Joe Gans, lightweight champion of the world from 1902-1908, whose talent, polished professional style, and punching power earned him the magnificent title of “The Old Master”, was as dominate a fighter as any who ever donned gloves. Gans was a defensive master as well as a devastating puncher. He attacked vital points with pinpoint accuracy and threw every punch perfectly, in combinations ...
August 10, 1910; Baltimore, Maryland. HEIGHT. 5-6 1/2. WEIGHT. 131-138 lbs. MANAGER. Al Herford. Gans was one of the all-time ring greats; He had fast hands and was quick on his feet like a cat; On offense, he hit with both hands but mostly utilized a long, straight left accompanied by a stiff right; He also had a great left hook; According to ...
28 de nov. de 2022 · Lessons From The Old Master. November 28, 2022 Lee Wylie. Joe Gans was a pugilistic pioneer. He innovated many now common boxing techniques and his crafty ways and unmatched ring intelligence earned him the nickname “The Old Master.”. More than one boxing reporter from Gans’ era pegged him as the greatest boxer who had ever lived.
18 de jun. de 2011 · Name: Baby Joe Gans Birth Name: Gerald Slaughter Hometown: Los Angeles, California, USA Birthplace: El Paso, Texas, USA Died: 1959-04-20 (Age:60) Height: 168cm Pro Boxer: Record Manager: Cherokee Tom Cox, Gus Wilson (1935) Photo #2; Photo #3; The Feb. 23, 1927 Tacoma News Tribune (Tacoma, WA, USA) reported that Baby Joe Gans's record at the time was 92 total bouts, with 45 KOs, and three ...
Joe Gans (Joseph Saifus Butts) The Old Master. November 25, 1874 – August 10, 1910. The Longest Fight On Labor Day, 1906, in Goldfield, Nevada, Gans and Nelson were matched in the first Fight of the Century promoted by Tex Rickard, who would later achieve greater fame by promoting Jack Dempsey’s million-dollar fights.
