All boxersJohnny Paychek
“Corn Belt's Pride”
Boxing · Deceased38-6-2RECORD
28WINS BY KO / TKO
10WINS BY DECISION
46PRO FIGHTS
Profile
| Full name | John J. Pacek |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Corn Belt's Pride |
| Date of birth | 11 Jun 1914 |
| Died | 3 Dec 1988 |
| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Chicago, United States |
| Based in | Lyons, Illinois, US |
| Weight classes | Heavyweight |
| Trainers | Not added yet |
| Height | 184 cm (6′0″) |
| Reach | 191 cm (75″) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Years active | Not added yet |
| Status | Deceased |
| Last fight | Loss vs Joe Louis, 29 Mar 1940 |
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Background
Johnny Paychek, born John J. Pacek, was an American heavyweight from Chicago whose only world title attempt was a 1940 challenge of Joe Louis. Country singer Johnny Paycheck took his stage name in reference to him.
Fight history
1 fight on file. More fights can be added when this profile is claimed.
| Result | Opponent | Method | Round | Time | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Joe Louis | TKO | 2 | 0:41 | 29 Mar 1940 | Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US | For NYSAC, NBA and The Ring heavyweight titles |
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