Tom Sharkey
Thomas "Sailor Tom" Sharkey (January 1, 1871 – April 17, 1953) was a boxer who fought two fights with heavyweight champion James J. Jeffries. Sharkey's recorded ring career spanned from 1893 to 1904. He is credited with having won 40 fights (with 37 KOs), 7 losses, and 5 draws. Sharkey was named to the Ring Magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers of all time.
Tom Sharkey | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 1 1871 |
| Died | April 17, 1953 (aged 79) |
| Other names | Sailor Tom |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 54 |
| Wins | 37 |
| Wins by KO | 34 |
| Losses | 9 |
| Draws | 6 |
| No contests | 2 |
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