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17-05-2025
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Unbeaten Legacy Vs Longevity: Marciano And Holmes Compared
In the history of boxing, few names are as revered as Larry Holmes and Rocky Marciano. Despite their very distinct contributions, both former world heavyweight champions have left their mark on the sport's long history. Advertisement The Brockton Blockbuster, Marciano, was the epitome of unrelenting aggression and devastating strength. For almost ten years, Holmes, the Easton Assassin, dominated the heavyweight category with to his more technical, jab-focused approach. At Yankee Stadium in New York, Rocky Marciano successfully defended his title for the sixth and last time, retiring unbeaten in September 1955. He raised his record to a flawless 49 victories with 43 knockouts that evening, setting a standard of perfection that is still relevant today. During his brief but significant career, which spanned 1947 to 1955, he used his unrivalled willpower and bulldozing approach to take on and defeat the finest of his time. Larry Holmes, on the other hand, was the lineal champion until 1985 and the WBC heavyweight champion from 1978 to 1983. Holmes successfully defended his title 20 times and is renowned for having one of the greatest jabs in boxing history. During his time, he defeated well-known opponents including Gerry Cooney, Ken Norton, and a young Tim Witherspoon. Even though Holmes finally suffered a loss, most famously against Michael Spinks, his ability to remain competitive well into his forties distinguished him as one of the boxing heavyweights with the longest lifespan. Style and situation are frequently used to compare Marciano with Holmes. While Holmes' career demonstrates longevity, flexibility, and superior boxing intelligence, Marciano's flawless record attests to his domination and savagery. Marciano came out on top, unbeaten and unchallenged. Holmes continued to fight, competing against up-and-coming athletes and even making a comeback to the ring in later years against somewhat younger opponents. In the annals of the sport, both men stand tall. Marciano, the powerful and unbeaten warrior.
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Today in Sports - Muhammad Ali beats Alfredo Evangelist in 15 for heavyweight boxing title
May 16 1884 — Isaac Murphy, a black jockey and one of the greatest American riders, wins the Kentucky Derby aboard Buchanan. He will win the showcase race two more times. 1916 — Damrosch, ridden by Linus McAtee, takes the early lead, gives it up in the stretch, and comes back to beat Greenwood by 1½ lengths in the Preakness Stakes. Advertisement 1925 — Flying Ebony, ridden by Earl Sande, becomes the fourth field horse to win the Kentucky Derby, a 1½-length victory over Captain Hal. The first network radio broadcast of the Kentucky Derby airs from WHAS in Louisville. 1927 — NY Yankee Bob Meusel steals 2nd, 3rd & home. 1930 — 6th Walker Cup: US, 10-2. 1955 — Rocky Marciano beats Don Cockell by TKO in the 9th round at Kezar Stadium, San Francisco to retain his world heavyweight boxing title. 1964 — Northern Dancer, ridden by Bill Hartack, wins the Preakness Stakes by 2½ lengths over The Scoundrel. 1973 — AC Milan of Italy win 13th European Cup Winner's Cup against Leeds of England 1-0 in Saloniki. Advertisement 1975 — Muhammad Ali TKOs Ron Lyle in 11 for heavyweight boxing title. 1976 — The Montreal Canadiens win their 19th Stanley Cup with a 5-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, capping a four-game sweep. 1977 — Muhammad Ali beats Alfredo Evangelist in 15 for heavyweight boxing title. 1979 — FC Barcelona of Spain wins 19th European Cup Winner's Cup against Fortuna Düsseldorf of West Germany 4-3 in Basel. 1980 — The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 123-107 to win the NBA title in six games. Rookie guard Magic Johnson fills in at center for the injured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and comes up with 42 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists and is named the Finals MVP. The 42 points are the most scored by a rookie in an NBA Finals game. Advertisement 1982 — Stanley Cup Final, Pacific Coliseum, Vancouver, BC: 3-peat for NY Islanders; sweep Vancouver Canucks in 4 games with a 3-1 Game 4 win. 1984 — Juventus of Italy win 24th European Cup Winner's Cup against Porto of Portugal 2-1 in Basel. 1985 — Michael Jordan named NBA Rookie of Year. 1992 — America's Cup: America Team USA defeats II Moro di Venezia 4-1 in San Diego. 1996 — Sammy Sosa is 1st Chicago Cub to hit 2 HRs in 1 inning. 2009 — Rachel Alexandria, ridden by Calvin Borel wins the 134th Preakness in 1:55:08. 2014 — Paris Saint-Germain F.C. & Manchester City F.C. are each fined €60 million for breaching Fair Play Regulations. 2019 — Brooks Koepka fires tournament record equalling, and course record 63 (-7) to lead the PGA Championship by 1 stroke after the 1st round at Bethpage Black, N.Y. _____
