Robinson, "Sugar Ray" & Joey Maxim. (1920- 1989) In a career that spanned three decades and amassed such astounding statistics as 175 wins in 202 bouts, with 109 coming by KO, Sugar Ray Robinson embodied the essence of the "sweet science". He was a world welterweight champion and held the middleweight title five times. He is considered by many to be the best fighter in history, pound-for-pound.
(1922- ) What Joey Maxim lacked in power, he made up for with outstanding boxing ability. Although he only mustered 21 knockouts in 115 career fights, he managed to beat some of the best fighters of his era.
On June 25, 1952, the two met at Yankee Stadium for the light heavyweight title. Despite the 100 degree heat, nearly 50,000 thousand people turned out to witness Robinson attempt to win a world championship in a third weight class. Throughout the fight, Sugar Ray outboxed Maxim and when the 13th round ended he lead the fight on all three scorecards. Unfortunately though for Robinson, the oppressive heat coupled with the battering from Maxim took its toll on the legend and when the bell rang for the 14th round he remained on his stool.
Inscribed Photograph Signed. Black and white, 8 x 10", n.d., n.p. A dramatic image of Robinson unleashing a devastating right hook upon Maxim during their famed Yankee Stadium bout. Inscribed "To Bill Van [?] /Best Wishes/ Joey Maxim" in black below his likeness and "Best Wishes / Sugar Ray Robinson" in black ink upon his. Fine. Nicely matted to 11 x 14".
Estimated Value $150-200.
