Curvis Takes One on Chin--World welterweight champion Emile Griffith lands a left jab to the chin of British champion Brian Curvis during their title fight tonight at London's Empire Pool. Griffith easily retained his title over 15 rounds and floored Curvis three times during the fight. English referee Harry Gibbs, the sole official, declared Griffith the winner.

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Curvis Takes One on Chin--World welterweight champion Emile Griffith lands a left jab to the chin of British champion Brian Curvis during their title fight tonight at London's Empire Pool. Griffith easily retained his title over 15 rounds and floored Curvis three times during the fight. English referee Harry Gibbs, the sole official, declared Griffith the winner.

Associated Press · [ca. September 1964]

RightsCC0 — Public Domain

CollectionDigital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

[Information from item housing] Boxing...Action: 1960s

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