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George Dixon, a Canadian-born Black athlete, became the first Black world boxing champion in 1890 after an 18-round win.
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Hayes Edward ‘Big Ed’ Sanders made history as Idaho’s first Black heavyweight Olympic gold medalist. Learn about his inspiring career and legacy in boxing.
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