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HISTORY: On May 23, 1948 at Platz in Hamburg-Altona, Altona, Hamburg, Germany former world heavyweight champion Max Schmeling and Walter Neusel headlined the boxing show. Neusel won a ten round decision. "In a listless 10 round fight studded with clinches, 40 year old Walter Neusel defeated Max Schmeling, 42 year old former world heavyweight champion, yesterday. Neither Neusel, nor Schmeling struck any telling blows but Neusel hit Max more frequently. A crowd of 40,000 including British troops and a handful of American soldiers from Bremen saw the fight in Hamburg's outdoor stadium." -Associated Press. Offered here is a rare, original, on site, full, unused ticket to this event. Authenticated by PSA/DNA and graded VG 3
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, on site, full, unused ticket which names and pictures both fighters. Includes a section, row and seat number. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Minor soiling on back. Not creased or torn. 3" x 8 1/4." Rare, the only example we have seen. Authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA and graded VG 3 with cert # 85136892.