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Gene Tunney

Gene Tunney

β€œThe Fighting Marine”
Boxing record: 79-1-4, 1 NC (48)
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New York City, U.S.

Gene Tunney losses

Over 13 years as a professional, Gene Tunney compiled a 79-1-4 (48) record, including eight title fights across two weight classes. His only loss came in a title fight against Harry Greb.

  1. 1. Gene Tunney loses to Harry Greb via unanimous decision

    On May 23, 1922 Gene Tunney defended his ABA light heavyweight title against Harry Greb. Tunney was 24 years old with a record of 47-0-2, and Greb was 0 with a record of 0-0. Tunney was on an undefeated 33-fight winning streak. Tunney lost via unanimous decision. Lost the title. Went the distance with Greb.