Sonny Liston wasn't just a wrecking ball, he was a chess master with fists the size of sledgehammers, using frames, guard ...

In 1962, Patterson wrote a book called ‘Victory Over Myself’, which has since become something of a collector’s piece. It said everything about Floyd, who wrestled for most of his life with the notion ...

It has been reported that former heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson died earlier today at his home in New Paltz, N.Y. at the age of 71. Patterson is survived by his second wife and four children.

Floyd Patterson was an absolute monster in the ring, using his dynamic footwork, crafty boxing, and incredible speed to destroy the competition. He rose through the ranks at a ridiculous pace, taking ...

Floyd Patterson, 71, a soft-spoken boxer who became the world heavyweight champion at age 21 after taking up the sport at a reform school for boys, died May 11 at his home in New Paltz, N.Y. He had ...

Sonny Liston was one of the most dominant world champions in history and began his reign with a win over a man whose career was ended by Muhammad Ali. Outside of a rare loss in his eighth career fight ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — An interpretive panel celebrating “the life, work and athleticism” of New Paltz resident and World Heavyweight Champion Floyd Patterson will be on display through the end of the month ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Nov. 30, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. 1905: Fielding H. “Hurry Up” Yost’s ...

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