Historical Events tagged with "ingemar johansson"
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Ingemar Johansson defeats Floyd Patterson
June 26th, 1959 65 years ago
Swedish boxer Ingemar Johansson claimed the heavyweight title by defeating American champion Floyd Patterson at Yankee Stadium. The fight ended with a technical knockout after two minutes and three seconds into the third round, showcasing Johansson's exceptional boxing skills and strategy. This victory marked a significant moment in boxing history, establishing Johansson as a formidable force in the heavyweight division.
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