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In what year did Battling Levinsky lose his world light heavyweight championship title?

  • 1921

  • 1922

  • 1923

  • 1920

Answer

In 1920, Battling Levinsky lost his world light heavyweight championship title to George Carpentier in a highly anticipated fight. The match took place in Jersey City, New Jersey, and was billed as the "Battle of the Century." Carpentier, known as the "Orchid Man" for his elegance and finesse, won the fight by a knockout in the fourth round, ending Levinsky's reign as champion.
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