Dave Sands
Australian boxer, world champion
Born
February 24th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
1952
73 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Born in 1926, a professional boxer gained prominence in the 1940s and 1950s. Competed in the middleweight division and earned recognition for exceptional boxing skills. Achieved significant success in the boxing world, culminating in winning the World Middleweight Championship in 1952. Retired from boxing after a respected career, leaving a legacy in Australian sports history.
Won the World Middleweight Championship in 1952
Fought notable opponents including Sugar Ray Robinson
Held the Australian Middleweight title
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