Art Sykes

Boxing, Boxer

1913 – 1996

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Who was Art Sykes?

Arthur S. Sykes, known as Artie, was an American boxer from Elmira, New York. Sykes made his professional debut in 1933. In 1934, he was defeated by a young Joe Louis. Later in his career, he lost to Hall of Famer Jersey Joe Walcott. Sykes retired in 1941. He won 14 career fights, lost 23, and had one draw.

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Born
Jul 3, 1913
Nationality
  • United States of America
Died
Jan 24, 1996

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on July 23, 2013

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