Gene Tunney
Gene Tunney
James Joseph "Gene" Tunneywas an American professional boxer and the world heavyweight champion from 1926–28, he was also a two-time American light heavyweight champion. A highly technical boxer, Tunney had a five fight rivalry with Harry Greb in which he went 3-1-1, knocked out Georges Carpentier and defeated Jack Dempsey twice; first in 1926 and again in 1927. Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey remains one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionBoxer
Date of Birth25 May 1897
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States of America
Gene Tunney quotes about
One half-conscious thought was burned in my mind: stay on your feet.