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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. He won the greatest upset in boxing history. All That's Interesting
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.
Louis down in 1st; Braddock in 8th; NYSAC recognized Louis as Champion on June 30; NBA on July 1
Dec 5, 2018 · ‘Cinderella Man’ James Braddock, the Irish-American boxer who became world champion. Son of Irish immigrants with ‘more brawn than brains’ won 51 victories in 82 fights. James Braddock...
Jun 3, 2005 · On June 13, 1935, the boxer James J. Braddock fought the fight of a lifetime. Born in Hell's Kitchen when that New York neighborhood still warranted that rough-and-tumble epithet, the...
James J Braddock earned his nickname "Cinderella Man" from his seemingly fairytale like rise from a poor local fighter to the heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Braddock, born in New York City, had a powerful right hand and a successful amateur career. He turned pro in 1926.
