What is Bob Fitzsimmons's full name?
Robert Fitzsimmons
Bob Fitzsimmons date of birth:
May 26, 1863
How old was Bob Fitzsimmons when died?
54
Where was Bob Fitzsimmons born?
Timaru, New Zealand
When did Bob Fitzsimmons die?
October 22, 1917
How tall is Bob Fitzsimmons?
5' 11½" (182 cm)
What is Bob Fitzsimmons nationality?
New Zealander
What is Bob Fitzsimmons's occupation?
Boxer
Short Biography
Robert James "Bob" Fitzsimmons (26 May 1863 – 22 October 1917) was a British born professional boxer who made boxing history as the sport's first three-division world champion. He also achieved fame for beating Gentleman Jim Corbett, the man who beat John L. Sullivan and is in The Guinness Book of World Records as the lightest Heavyweight Champion. Nicknamed "Ruby Robert" and "The Freckled Wonder", he took pride in his lack of scars and appeared in the ring wearing heavy woollen underwear to conceal the disparity between his trunk and leg-development. He was also known for his pure fighting skills due to dislike of training for fights, which would ultimately cost him at times in his career.