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Leonard vs Hearns I

Historisch evenement past
Datum 16 September 1981
Locatie Caesars Palace , Las Vegas , United States
Land United States
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Boxing
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Organisatie World Boxing Council
Periode Golden Age of Boxing
Land United States
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Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns I for the Unified Welterweight Championship. A classic clash of styles — Leonard's speed and ring IQ vs. Hearns' reach and power. Leonard was behind on the scorecards when he stopped Hearns in the 14th round in one of boxing's most dramatic comebacks.
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One of the defining welterweight fights of all time. Hearns dominated the early rounds with his reach and power, building a seemingly insurmountable lead on the scorecards. Leonard, facing defeat, dramatically stopped Hearns in the 14th round in one of boxing's greatest comeback finishes. The fight cemented both men as all-time greats and set the stage for the legendary four kings era of 1980s boxing.

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"Sugar Ray" Sugar Ray Leonard United States
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"The Hitman" Tommy Hearns United States