ROBINSON, SUGAR RAY-STEVE BELLOISE ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO (1949-AT COMMISSION'S OFFICE)

Sugar Ray Robinson fought Steve Belloise on August 24, 1949 at Yankee Stadium in New York City. Robinson knocked Belloise out in the 7th round. Billed as an eliminator for World Middleweight Title. Belloise was floored at the end of the sixth round and did not come out for round 7. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting the two fighters clowning around at the commissioner's office on August 17, 1949.
This is an original ACME Newspictures wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. No creases or tears. Clean front and back. Two minor scrapes at bottom center. Minor edge and corner wear. 7 1/8" x 9."