FULLMER, GENE-BENNY "KID" PARET WIRE PHOTO (1961-5TH ROUND)

On December 9, 1961 at the Convention Center in Las Vegas middleweight champion Gene Fullmer defended his title against welterweight champion Benny "Kid" Paret. Fullmer used hsi size and strength to dominate the fight. He knocked Paret down three times in the tenth round before the referee stopped the fight. Offered here is an original wire photo which depicts 5th round action.
This is an original Associated Press wire photo with their caption on the front. Bold, clear image. Crease in upper right corner. Some writing marks on back. 8" x 10."