ROBINSON, SUGAR RAY-HOLLY MIMS ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO (1951-9TH ROUND)

On April 5, 1951 at Miami Stadium in Miami, Florida middleweights Sugar Ray Robinson and Holly Mims squared off in a non title main event. Robinson won a tough unanimous ten round decision. Mims was down in round two, the first knockdown he had experienced as a pro, however he cut Robinson's eye and gave him a tough fight. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting 9th round action during this fight.
This is an original Associated Press wire photo with their stamp and caption on the reverse. Not creased or torn. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Border may have been trimmed. 6 1/2" x 7 1/2."