Bob Purdie

Robert Purdie (18 February 1911 – 9 July 1982) was a New Zealand boxer. Born in Scotland, he moved to New Zealand where he won three national boxing titles in two different weight divisions. He won the Jamieson Belt for being the most scientific boxer at the 1930 national championships. At the 1932 Summer Olympics, Purdie competed in the men's lightweight division, losing to Mario Bianchini in the round of 16. He retired from the sport two years later.

Biography Purdie was born on 18 February 1911 in Glasgow, Scotland. He emigrated to New Zealand and competed as a boxer, winning three New Zealand national boxing titles. He won the featherweight division in 1930 and 1931, and the lightweight division in 1932. At the 1930 national championships, where he represented Auckland, Purdie was awarded the Jamieson Belt for being the most scientific boxer at the tournament.

Purdie was one of three New Zealand boxers who competed at the 1932 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles. In the event with twelve other competitors, Purdie placed equal last with five other competitors. He retired from the sport two years later.