Pete Rademacher
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About
The first fighter in history to fight for the world heavyweight championship in his first professional bout.
Before Fame
He won the 1949, 1951, 1952, and 1953 Seattle Golden Gloves titles as well as an Olympic gold medal in 1956 before turning professional in 1957.
Trivia
He compiled a career record of 15-7-1.
Family Life
He and his daughters carried the Olympic Torch down the streets of Cleveland, Ohio.
Associated With
He fought Heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson in his first professional fight.
