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| THE BATTLE OF THE LONG COUNT: Jack Dempsey / Gene Tunney (7th Round Live Radio Broadcast) | More videos |
In one of boxing history's most dramatic, controversial moments, former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey fails to go to a neutral corner after flooring Gene Tunney in the 7th round of their famous title rematch on September 22, 1927 at Soldier Field in Chicago. With the count delayed due to Dempsey's oversight, Tunney was able to recover, and retain his crown on a unanimous 10-round points decision. Known as "The Battle of the Long Count," the ring announcer is Graham McNamee. The NBC radio ... | |
