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What "battle" lasting almost three hours, took place in Farnborough, Hampshire in 1860?

Question #152050. Asked by pehinhota.
Last updated Apr 17 2025.
Originally posted Apr 17 2025 4:39 AM.

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What is considered to be the first world championship boxing match took place on 17th April 1860 in Farnsborough, Hampshire. The match was between between Tom Sayers (Eng.) and John C. Heenan (U.S.), lasted for 41 rounds, and took almost 3 hours. It ended in a draw! (Obviously, the Marquess of Qeensbury had not introduced his 'rules' at that time.)

https://mainlynorfolk.info/lloyd/songs/heenanandsayers.html

https://www.john-woodbridge.com/en/blog/83_heenan-sayers-boxing-farnborough-1860.html

https://sportinglandmarks.co.uk/heenan-v-sayers-the-fight-that-changed-boxing-forever-frank-keating-the-guardian/

Response last updated by odo5435 on Apr 17 2025.
Apr 17 2025, 5:18 AM

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What "battle" lasting almost three hours, took place in Farnborough, Hampshire in 1860?

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