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HISTORY: 1957 was an eventful year for Carmen Basilio. On February 22nd Basilio successfully defended his World Welterweight Title against his old nemesis Johnny Saxton, stopping Saxton in the 2nd round. On May 16th Basilio moved up in weight and stopped Harold Jones in the 4th round. The culmination of a great year was on SEptember 23rd at Yankee Stadium when Basilio scored a major upset winning the World Middleweight Title from Suagr Ray Robinson by 15 round decision in The Ring Fight Of The Year.
Offered here is the prestigious Sport Magazine Award given to Carmen Basilio as the Top Performer in Boxing for 1957 for his significant accomplishments in that year. LOA from Carmen Basilio.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is Sport Magazine Award to Carmen Basilio for 1957. Consists of two eagles on either side of a plate inscribed, "SPORT MAGAZINE AWARD Top Performer In Boxing 1957 CARMEN BASILIO. Mounted on a wooden base. Minor pitting on plaque. Minor scratches on base. 10" x 15." LOA from Carmen Basilio.
The Sport Magazine Top Performer Award is one of the most prestigious given to an athlete.
