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James J. Corbett

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[Wikipedia] James John Corbett was an American professional boxer and a World Heavyweight Champion, best known as the only man who ever defeated John L. Sullivan. Despite a career spanning only 20 bouts, Corbett faced the best competition his era had to offer, squaring off with a total of nine fighters who woul

Quotes by James J. Corbett

Let authors write for glory and reward. The truth is well paid when she is sung and heard.

James J. Corbett

Books

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Remembering that the man who always fights one more round is never whipped.

James J. Corbett

Fighting

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Fight one more round. When your feet are so tired you have to shuffle back to the center of the ring, fight…

James J. Corbett

Feet

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Only those who have patience to do simple things perfectly ever acquire the skill to do difficult things easily.

James J. Corbett

Acquire

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You become a champion by fighting one more round. When things are tough, you fight one more round.

James J. Corbett

Adversity

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Individuals can resist injustice, but only a community can do justice.

James J. Corbett

Community

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Fight one more round. When your arms are so tired that you can hardly lift your hands to come on guard, fight…

James J. Corbett

Arms

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