The Sugar Ray Robinson Story

Boxing's Comeback King

John Jarrett

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785316135
• Year: 2019

A gripping biography of boxing's comeback king, Sugar Ray Robinson. Over 25 years, Sugar Ray Robinson dominated three divisions, from lightweight to middleweight. From Harlem's streets to international fame, this is the story of a fighter who danced in the ring and captivated the world.

Discover Robinson's brilliant amateur career, his dominance as a pro, and his epic battles with Jake LaMotta. Explore his struggles with Uncle Sam, his Harlem business empire, and his eventual turn to show business. This biography reveals the man behind the legend, a complex figure who faced challenges in and out of the ring. Perfect for fans of sports history and compelling biographies, this is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration from a true icon.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• 1. In the Beginning
• 2. Beating a Champ
• 3. Meet Jake LaMotta
• 4. Sugar Ray’s Revenge
• 5. In and Out of the Army
• 6. Sugar Ray is the Champion – Official
• 7. Kid Gavilan and Steve Belloise
• 8. The Flamingo Pink Cadillac
• 9. Le Sucre Marvilleaux
• 10. Taming the Raging Bull
• 11. Paris in his Legs
• 12. Getting the Title Back – One!
• 13. A Fight Too Far
• 14. Those Dancing Feet
• 15. The Comeback
• 16. Sugar Ray Owns Bobo
• 17. That Punch!
• 18. A Good Little ’Un Beats a Good Big ’Un
• 19. Sugar Ray – Super Champ
• 20. Sugar Ray – Not So Sweet
• 21. Pender Does the Double
• 22. The Last Chance Saloon
• 23. Still Chasing the Title
• 24. Have Gloves, Will Travel
• 25. Twenty-Five Years – the Last Mile
• 26. All Over, Like a Wedding
• Epilogue
• Bibliography
• Photos