Arturo Godoy

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Born: 10 October 1912 Died: 27 August 1986

Country of origin: Chile

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Description: Arturo Godoy was a Chilean boxer, also nicknamed "Arturito". He was born in Iquique, Chile, on October 10, 1912. He was South American Heavyweight Champion and had an extensive and successful career in Argentina, Cuba, Spain, and the United States roughly between 1931 and 1954. In New York he beat Tony Galento. He is best known for his two epic fights with Joe Louis for the World Heavyweight Championship in 1940. The first was held at the Madison Square Garden on February 10, 1940 and went the full length of 15 rounds. The 2 ringside judges split their votes and the tie was broken by the referee, who gave it to Lo ... (more)

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