Corbett Dominates McCoy with Brutal Blows
In a boxing bout, Corbett lands powerful punches that overpower McCoy, delivering decisive blows that secure the victory.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1900
Page
4
Corbett Reflects On McGoy Fight And Jeffries Challenge
James J Corbett says McGoy disappointed him in an easy victory and claims superiority in speed and strength. He notes no blows hurt and eyes a rematch with Jeffries, asserting he deserves another chance in boxing's top bout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plecea
McCoy
Corbett Defeats McCoy in Five Round Clash at Madison Square Garden
New York reports the long awaited boxing bout between James J. Corbett and Charles Ixing McCoy at Madison Square Garden. Corbett wins decisively in under five rounds with superior feinting and right hand work, while McCoy shows flashes but is overwhelmed and unable to continue after the final knockdown. Referee Charley White calls the display fast and clever.
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James J. Corbett
Charles Ixing McCoy
Twentieth Century Club
Madison Square Garden
Corbett
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Eye
Corett
Orbett
The Fight in the Ring Referee Warns Seconds
New York Aug 9 Referee White warns seconds at ringside as Corbett and McCoy clash in round one. Both fighters feint and tie up with quick exchanges and blocked attempts as the bout unfolds.
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New York
White
McCoy and Corbett Clash In Fast Ring Battle
In a brisk bout the fighters sparred through rounds one to four with rapid exchanges Jim Corbett targeting McCoy with lefts and rights while McCoy ducked and countered. Both men showed weariness as they pressed the pace and clinched near the corners.
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Corbett
McCoy
Jim
Whett
Corbett McCoy Fight Promises High Drama at Madison Square Garden
Rumors of Corbett illness before the bout gave way to public confidence as crowds filled Madison Square Garden. Corbett and McCoy, with strong betting and notable dignitaries present, prepared for a decisive clash while preliminary bouts showcased Whitey Lester defeating Jack Cushing.
Corbett Knocks McCoy Out In Decisive Round Five
In Round five Jim Corbett delivers a decisive victory over John McCoy at the arena. Corbett presses with lefts and rights to the body and head, McCoy cannot defend and falls after a hard left to the stomach and subsequent blows. Referee counts McCoy out at two minutes and three seconds as Corbett's camp erupts. White confirms no seconds interfere. The bout signals Horton law's end in this vicinity.
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Corbett
Joett
Lofts
Jim
Epet
White
Cecrete
Mcoy
Fettle
Cal Hawkine
California
Joe Gans
Baltimore
Dway Athletic Club
O Rourke Beats Riley in Eight Round Boxing Show
A Kirtland Club event in Lynn featured two earlier six round bouts, Briggs vs Ryan and Murray vs McNeal, then the star match between Kate O Rourke of Cambridge and Martin Riley of Fall River. O Rourke won on a stoppage in the eighth, confronting Riley’s grit amid aggressive exchanges.
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Young Murray
Deve McNeal
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O'Rourke
Riley
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Urke
Ray Riley
Dax
Bullivan
McCoy Loses In Five Rounds In Boston Upset
Boston crowds followed a boxing match where McCoy, the favorite, was defeated in five rounds amid light betting and rumors of his poor condition. Corbett’s early lead sparked sympathy for McCoy as ticker returns conflicted before the final knockout.
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Middleweight Champion Reflects On Weight and Loss
The New York City fighter concedes he was too fat for a title bout. He says heat hampered him and weight gain during training cost him the match, yet he remains world champion and would gladly defend his title against any challenger.
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