Liston Patterson Title Fight Heads to Las Vegas
Las Vegas hosts Sonny Liston and Floyd Patterson in a headline heavyweight bout promoted by CSI with over 390000 fans expected and $1 million in revenue. Both stars passed medical exams and weigh-ins set for 11 a.m. at the Convention Center. Liston aims near 220 pounds while Patterson targets about 195. The winner could face Cassius Clay with Chicago predictions favoring Liston.
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Patterson Liston Fight Sparks Debate On Character And Outcome
Boxing writer predicts a short bout with Sonny Liston defeating Floyd Patterson within four rounds. The piece criticizes Liston's demeanor outside the ring and praises Patterson as a more admirable champion, noting Liston’s rough treatment of officials and staff while contrasting their public images.
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SUN Poll Favors Liston as Winner
The SUN poll shows Liston favored to win with eight votes to Patterson’s four. Various bettors and editors predictors vary from a Liston knockout inside three to a Patterson decision, with several opinions citing Patterson’s conditioning and Liston’s punching power. Rocky Marciano arrives at the Riviera to host media events surrounding the championship fight.
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Ragan Makes Cup Lineup for Ryder Cup Team
Dallas UPI reports Dave Ragan clinched the final berth on the U S Ryder Cup team to face Great Britain at Atlanta East Lake October 11 to 13. The officials later announced the group including Arnold Palmer Billy Casper Tony Lema Gene Littler Julius Boros Don January Johnny Pott Billy Maxwell Bob Goalby and Ragan.
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Desert Inn Mixed Chapman Leads With Close Scores
Mixed Chapman teams led by Elsie Gorling and Ed Aubuchon fired 40 39 78 13 65 to take the lead in progress at the Desert Inn tournament. Edith Hoban and Tom Bell stood second with 39 37 76 sa7.
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Dreamer Sees Patterson Victory In Las Vegas
A SUN office dream describes Floyd Patterson knocking out Sonny Liston in eight rounds at the Convention Center Las Vegas. Patterson delivers rapid combos to body and head while Liston falters, ending with a knockout as the crowd erupts in disbelief and joy.
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Liston-Clay bout not signed says Faversham
Louisv ille report says Cas sius Clay not yet signed for a September 30 championship fight with Sonny Liston in Philadelphia. Faversham says negotiations with the Nilons for a title bout are ongoing but no contracts have been signed.
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McKinley Defends National Clay Courts Title at Chicago
Wimbledon champion Chuck McKinley defeated Dennis Ralston 6-2 6-2 6-4 to win the National Clay Courts men's singles title in Chicago. Nancy Nieney won the women's crown by beating Vickie Palmer 6-1 6-1. McKinley and Ralston won the men's doubles with Riessen, Eston, HL, and Graebner.
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