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February 14, 1951 Sugar Ray Robinson wins the middleweight title with a TKO

Chris Herbolsheimer
Posted 2/13/24

On February 14, 1951, the Chicago Stadium bore witness to one of boxing's most iconic battles, a contest that not only underscored the brilliance of Sugar Ray Robinson but also epitomized the resilience of Jake LaMotta. This bout for the middleweight title, culminating in a technical knockout in the 13th round, was not merely a fight; it was an embodiment of the golden era of boxing, a clash of titans that has since become a touchstone for pugilistic excellence.

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