James Saunders (boxer)
James Saunders (4 January 1932 – 28 May 1987) was a Canadian boxer. He competed in the men's heavyweight event at the 1952 Summer Olympics.[2] At the 1952 Summer Olympics, he lost to Giacomo Di Segni of Italy.[2]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Born | 4 January 1932 Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Died | 28 May 1987 (aged 55)[1] |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Boxing |
Nicknamed, "Babyface," Saunders compiled an outstanding amateur career, winning 109 of 115 total bouts. He represented Canada at both the 1952 Olympics and the 1954 British Empire Games. He is enshrined in the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame.
References
- "James (Jim) " Babyface" Saunders (January 4, 1932 - May 28, 1987)". Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. 2019. Retrieved 1 September 2019.
- Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "James Saunders Olympic Results". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 19 November 2018.
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