All boxersAbe Simon
“The Ape”
Boxing · Deceased36-10-1RECORD
25WINS BY KO / TKO
11WINS BY DECISION
47PRO FIGHTS
Against boxers on FightRec: 1-2-0 in 3 fights.
Profile
| Full name | Abraham Simon |
|---|---|
| Nickname | The Ape |
| Date of birth | 30 May 1913 |
| Died | 24 Oct 1969 |
| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
| Weight classes | Heavyweight |
| Height | 193 cm (6′4″) |
| Reach | 208 cm (82″) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Years active | 1935–1942 |
| Status | Deceased |
| Fights on FightRec | 3 (1940–1942) |
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Background
A heavyweight from Queens, New York, he challenged Joe Louis for the world title in 1941 and 1942, losing both. He later worked as a referee from 1947 to 1956.
Fights against boxers on FightRec
3 fights. Newest first.
| Result | Opponent | Method | Round | Time | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Joe Louis | TKO | 6 | 27 Mar 1942 | New York City, USA | |
| Loss | Joe Louis | TKO | 13 | 21 Mar 1941 | Detroit, Michigan, USA | |
| Win | Jersey Joe Walcott | KO | 6 | 2:32 | 12 Feb 1940 | Newark, New Jersey, USA |