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Boxing match, Wolgast v Rivers, Los Angeles, USA
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Boxing match, Wolgast v Rivers, Los Angeles, USA
Boxing match for the World Lightweight Title, between Adolphus (Michigan Wildcat) Wolgast and Mexican Joe Rivers, in Los Angeles, USA, on 4 July 1912. Wolgast won. Date: 1912
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July 4, 1912, Los Angeles, USA: A thrilling moment in the history of boxing as Adolphus "Michigan Wildcat" Wolgast (left) and Mexican Joe Rivers (right) face off in the ring for the World Lightweight Title. The intense gaze of both boxers reflects their determination and focus as they prepare to engage in a brutal and physical contest. Wolgast, hailing from Michigan, is known for his wild and aggressive fighting style, while Rivers, a Mexican native, is a skilled and experienced opponent. The crowd, filled with spectators from all walks of life, anxiously awaits the outcome of this highly anticipated match. Both men are dressed in the traditional boxing attire of the era: gloves, shorts, and sweatbands. The air is thick with anticipation and excitement as the referee signals the start of the bout. This iconic photograph captures the raw energy and intensity of a bygone era in sports history.
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