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Primo Carnera
Italian boxer and professional wrestler (1906–1967) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Primo Carnera (Italian pronunciation: [ˈpriːmo karˈnɛːra];[2] 26 October 1906 – 29 June 1967), nicknamed the Ambling Alp, was an Italian professional boxer and wrestler who reigned as the boxing World Heavyweight Champion from 29 June 1933 to 14 June 1934. He won more fights by knockout than any other heavyweight champion (IBU, NBA, NYSAC) in boxing history.
"Ambling Alp" redirects here. For the song by Yeasayer, see Ambling Alp (song).
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Born | (1906-10-26)26 October 1906 Sequals, Italy |
Died | 29 June 1967(1967-06-29) (aged 60) Sequals, Italy |
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Height | 6 ft 6 in (198 cm) |
Reach | 85 in (216 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox |
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Total fights | 103;[1] with the inclusion of newspaper decisions |
Wins | 88 (official); 89 (unofficial) |
Wins by KO | 72 |
Losses | 14 |
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