LESNEVICH, GUS-TAMI MAURIELLO & BEAU JACK-GUILLERMO PUENTS OFFICIAL PROGRAM (1941)

On August 26, 1941 at Madison Square Garden in New York world light heavyweight champion Gus Lesnevich defended his title against Tami Mauriello. Lesnevich prevailed winning a close 15 round split decision. Mauriello was down for a 9-count in the second round. Official scoring was 8-7 for Lesnevich; 8-6-1 for Lesnevich; 10-5 for Mauriello. On the undercard future champion Beau Jack won a 6 round decision over Guillermo Puentes. Offered here is a scarce, original, official program for this event.
This is an original, official program consisting of 48 pages plus 4 page insert with photos and profiles of the main event fighters. Neatly scored in pencil. Not creased or torn. Edge and corner wear. Clean. 8 1/2" x 11."