Sugar Ray Robinson is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, known for his exceptional skill, speed, and versatility.
He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990.
Robinson's career spanned 25 years, during which he became the first boxer to win a divisional world championship five times.
His rivalry with Jake LaMotta, culminating in six bouts, is one of the most storied in boxing history.
Beyond boxing, Robinson was known for his flamboyant lifestyle, including a signature pink Cadillac and a traveling entourage, setting the template for modern athletes.
He passed away on April 12, 1989, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of sports.
Titles and Achievements:
World Titles:
The Ring World Welterweight Champion (1946–1951)
Four-time The Ring World Middleweight Champion (1951–1960)
Notable Records:
Held The Ring World Welterweight title from 1946 to 1951.
Won The Ring World Middleweight title in 1951.
Went on a remarkable 91-fight unbeaten streak from 1943 to 1951, the third longest in professional boxing history.
Notable Fights:
Vs. Tommy Bell (December 20, 1946): Won by unanimous decision to pick up The Ring World Welterweight title.
Vs. Jake LaMotta VI (February 14, 1951): Won by TKO in the 13th round to claim The Ring World Middleweight title in the bout famously known as the "St. Valentine's Day Massacre."
Vs. Randy Turpin II (September 12, 1951): Regained The Ring World Middleweight title by TKO in the 10th round after losing it to Turpin two months earlier.
Vs. Gene Fullmer II (May 1, 1957): Won by KO in the 5th round with a perfect left hook, reclaiming The Ring World Middleweight title.
Vs. Carmen Basilio I (September 23, 1957): Lost by split decision in a fierce contest for The Ring World Middleweight title.
Vs. Carmen Basilio II (March 25, 1958): Won by split decision, regaining The Ring World Middleweight title in a rematch that earned Fight of the Year honors.