Classic Heavyweight Title Fight: Dempsey vs. Willard c. 1919

This was the first time champion-at-the-time Willard had ever been knocked down.

It's interesting to see old boxing rules in effect where Dempsey could stand over Willard after knocking him down and start punching him again before he's even fully standing.

Willard was effectively knocked out at the end of the first round, but he was saved by the bell during the referee's 10 count. His corner threw in the towel before the fourth round started.

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