Never eat less than four hours before boxing. Then eat only lightly.
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Birth: | 25th May, 1897 |
Death: | 7th November, 1978 |
Nationality: | American |
Profession: | Boxer |
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James Joseph "Gene" Tunney was born in New York City, New York, USA. He was an American professional boxer and the world heavyweight champion from 1926–28. Having defeated Jack Dempsey twice, first in 1926 and then in 1927, Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey remains one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long Count Fight. Tunney retired as an undefeated heavyweight after his victory over Tom Heeney in 1928.
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