Historical Events tagged with "Olympia"

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Sports & Recreation

Georges Carpentier Knocks Out Joe Beckett

October 1st, 1923 101 years ago

In a remarkable boxing match, Georges Carpentier knocked out Joe Beckett just twenty seconds into the first round at Olympia in London. The fight, which was highly anticipated, showcased Carpentier's skills as a formidable contender in the heavyweight division. Fans were startled by the quick conclusion, marking it as one of the fastest knockouts of that time.

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