About Gerald Dreyer
Lived 1929 – 1985 (aged 55). Gerald Dreyer was a South African boxer.
Gerald Dreyer (22 September 1929 – 5 September 1985) was a boxer from Pretoria, South Africa, who competed in the Lightweight division during his career as an amateur.
Amateur career Dreyer was the Olympic Gold Medallist at lightweight in London 1948, defeating Joseph Vissers of Belgium in the final.
Below are Gerald Dreyer's bouts from the 1948 Olympic Games:
Round of 32: bye Round of 16: defeated Ernesto Porto (Philippines) on points Quarterfinal: defeated Øivind Breiby (Norway) on points Semifinal: defeated Svend Wad (Denmark) on points Final: defeated Joseph Vissers (Belgium) on points (won gold medal)
Pro career Dreyer turned pro in 1948 and fought primarily in New York City late in his career, retiring in 1955 after having won 41, lost 8, and drawn 2 with 23 Knockouts. Dreyer won the Commonwealth (British Empire) lightweight title beating Cliff Curvis over 15 rounds at Rand Stadium, Johannesburg on 8 December 1952.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gerald Dreyer?
boxer
When was Gerald Dreyer born?
Gerald Dreyer was born on 22 September 1929 in Pretoria.
When did Gerald Dreyer die?
Gerald Dreyer died on 5 September 1985 in Pretoria.
What was Gerald Dreyer's occupation?
Gerald Dreyer was a boxer.
What nationality was Gerald Dreyer?
Gerald Dreyer was South African.
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