PATTERSON, FLOYD-INGEMAR JOHANSSON III WIRE PHOTO (1961-3RD ROUND)

On March 13, 1961 at Convention Hall in Miami Beach heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson defended his title against Ingemar Johansson, the man he regained it from the year before. Patterson was down twice in the first round, but also put Johansson down once. In the sixth Patterson ended it stopping Johansson for good in defense of his crown. Offered here is an original wire photo which depicts 3rd round action.
This is an original Associated Press wire photo with their caption on front. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Crease in lower left corner. No tears. 7" x 9."