On this day: Jack Sharkey defeated the German Max Schmeling

On this day: Jack Sharkey defeated the German Max Schmeling | Boxen247.com

On this day: Jack Sharkey defeated the German Max Schmeling | Boxen247.comOn this day: Jack Sharkey defeated the German Max Schmeling | Boxen247.com

Jack Sharkey vs. Max Schmeling

Madison Square Garden Bowl in Long Island, New York, USA June 21, 1932

In a controversial 15-round decision, American Jack Sharkey defeated German Max Schmeling to become world heavyweight champion. The fight took place at the Madison Square Garden Bowl in Long Island, New York. The judge was Ed Smith and the judges were George Kelly and Charles F. Mathison.

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