BOXING - POMPEY V DAWSON

BOXING - POMPEY V DAWSON

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In a boxing match at Nottingham's Ice Stadium, Bobby Dawson faced Irland Pompey. Pompey, the light heavyweight champion of Trinidad, sought to avenge his only defeat in 20 British fights, which occurred against Dawson. Despite Dawson's strong start, Pompey managed to knock him down in the fourth round, securing a surprise victory and proving himself a strong contender for the Empire title.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the light heavyweight champion of Trinidad?

Tommy Farr

Mike Tyson

Irland Pompey

Bobby Dawson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the previous match between Dawson and Pompey?

The match was canceled

It was a draw

Pompey won

Dawson won

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the initial rounds of the match, who was landing more punches?

Tommy Farr

Bobby Dawson

Irland Pompey

The referee

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which round did Pompey manage to knock Dawson down?

First round

Second round

Third round

Fourth round

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of Pompey's victory in this match?

He retired after the match

He avenged his only defeat

He became the world champion

He lost his title