CERDAN, MARCEL-TONY ZALE WIRE PHOTO (1948-AFTER FIGHT)

On September 21, 1948 at Roosevelt Stadium in Jersey City, New Jersey world middleweight champion Tony Zale defended his title against the great French fighter Marcel Cerdan. Cerdan prevailed stopping Zale in round 11 to win the title. Offered here is an original wire photo which depicts Zale congratulating Cerdan after the fight as Cerdan's brother and the great French light heavyweight Georges Carpentier look on.
This is an original Associated Press wire photo with their caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. 7" x 9."