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James Walter („Jim J.“) Braddock (* 7. Juni 1905 in New York, N.Y.; † 29. November 1974 in North Bergen, New Jersey) war ein US-amerikanischer Profiboxer und „unumstrittener“ Schwergewichts-Boxweltmeister von 1935 bis 1937.
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.
15. Mai 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
12. März 2013 · Braddock would retire from boxing after beating Tommy Farr in 1938 via a close split decision. The amazing life story of James J. Braddock was portrayed by Russell Crowe in the film...
5. Dez. 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...
3. Juni 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. (Read Gene Tunney’s 1929 Britannica essay on boxing.)
Jim Braddock was a man who wanted to go out on top and on January 21, 1938 after beating Tommy Farr after 10 rounds, Jimmy Braddock, the beacon of hope for millions, hung up his gloves and retired from the professional boxing game.
