WEPNER, CHUCK VINTAGE SIGNED PHOTO

Wepner, nicknamed "The Bayonne Bleeder" debuted as a professional boxer in 1964, and began posting many wins and some losses. He had formerly boxed while a member of the United States Marine Corps, and had worked as a security guard before turning pro. [3] [4] He was the New Jersey State Heavyweight Boxing Champion and popular fighter in the Northeast's Club Boxing circuit. But after losing fights to George Foreman (by knockout in three) and Sonny Liston (by knockout in ten) many boxing fans thought that his days as a contender were numbered. After the fight with Liston, Wepner needed over 120 sutures in his face. He also lost a fight to Jose King Roman by a decision in Puerto Rico. However, after losing to Joe Bugner by a knockout in three in England, Wepner won nine of his next eleven fights, including victories over Charlie Polite and former WBA Heavyweight champion Ernie Terrell.presented here is a signed and inscribed photo of Wepner.
This is a signed photo of Wepner.The photo measures 8 inches by 10 inches.The photo is signed in pen and inscribed.The signture is clean.The photo shows wear and some tape residue on the top border.There are small tack holes in the corners.The back is blank.The image is clean.