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Chris Graham

1900 – 1986

Canadian boxer

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Lived 1900 – 1986 (aged 86). Chris Graham was a Canadian boxer.

Clifford "Chris" J. Graham (18 March 1900 – 24 May 1986) was a Canadian boxer, born in Toronto, who competed in the 1920s. As a bantamweight, he won the silver medal at the 1920 Summer Olympics, losing to Clarence Walker in the final. Four years later in Paris, he once again represented his native country at the Summer Olympics. This time, he was eliminated in the second round of the lightweight class after losing his fight to Ben Rothwell. Graham was affiliated with the Riverside Athletic Club of Toronto.

1920 Olympic results Below is the record of Chris Graham, a Canadian bantamweight boxer who competed at the 1920 Antwerp Olympics:

Round of 16: bye Quarterfinal: defeated Henri Ricard (France) Semifinal: defeated Henri Hébrans (Belgium) Final: lost to Clarence Walker (South Africa) - was awarded silver medal

Professional career Graham later fought professionally in Canada, and the highlight of his pro career came on January 10, 1927, when he became the Canadian lightweight champion. He was later defeated and lost the belt to his former Olympic teammate Clarence Newton.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Chris Graham?

Canadian boxer

When was Chris Graham born?

Chris Graham was born on 18 March 1900 in Toronto.

When did Chris Graham die?

Chris Graham died on 24 May 1986 in Toronto.

What was Chris Graham's occupation?

Chris Graham was a boxer.

What nationality was Chris Graham?

Chris Graham was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Chris Graham

· Wikidata: Q2964729

· DBpedia: Chris Graham (boxer)

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