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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › James_JJames J. Braddock - Wikipedia

    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.

  2. allthatsinteresting.com › james-j-braddockJames J. Braddock And The True Story Behind 'Cinderella Man'

    May 15, 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

  3. www.britannica.com › biography › James-J-BraddockJames J. Braddock | Cinderella Man, Heavyweight Champion,...

    Jun 3, 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.

  4. boxrec.com › en › box-proBoxRec: Jim Braddock

    Louis down in 1st; Braddock in 8th; NYSAC recognized Louis as Champion on June 30; NBA on July 1

  5. www.nytimes.com › 1974/11/30 › archivesBraddock, Who Beat Baer for Title, Dies - The New York Times

    Nov 30, 1974 · NORTH BERGEN, N. J., Nov. 29 (AP)—James J. Braddock, who won the world heavyweight championship in 1935 by outpointing Max Baer in one of boxing's biggest upsets, died today at his home...

  6. boxingundefeated.com › boxers › james-j-braddockJim Braddock Boxer - Bio, Record, Fights, News & More | Boxing...

    James J. Braddock, also known as the "Cinderella Man," had a professional boxing career that spanned over 11 years. In those 11 years, he fought a total of 88 times, with a record of 52 wins, 26 losses, 7 draws, and 3 no-contests.

  7. www.ibhof.com › pages › aboutJames J. Braddock - International Boxing Hall of Fame

    James J. Braddock. Following a successful amateur career, the New York City born Braddock turned pro in 1926. Behind a solid right cross and wins over Pete Latzo and Jimmy Slattery among others, he met light heavyweight champ Tommy Loughran in 1929, dropping a 15-round decision.

  8. www.jamesjbraddock.comJames J Braddock - Cinderella Man Boxer - World Heavyweight...

    James J Braddock earned his nickname "Cinderella Man" from his seemingly fairytale like rise from a poor local fighter to the heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Braddock, born in New York City, had a powerful right hand and a successful amateur career.

  9. www.nytimes.com › 2005/06/03 › styleA legendary boxer's fight for life - The New York Times

    Jun 3, 2005 · On June 13, 1935, the boxer James J. Braddock fought the fight of a lifetime. Born in Hell's Kitchen when that New York neighborhood still warranted that rough-and-tumble epithet, the...

  10. www.heavyweightboxing.com › featuredboxers › james-j-braddockJames J. Braddock | Top Heavyweight Boxing

    The Official Top Heavyweight Boxing Profile for James J. Braddock. Get the Latest James J. Braddock Updates, News, Bio, Videos, Links and more.