In which book is Fitzsimmons listed as the lightest heavyweight champion?
The Guinness Book of World Records
Ripley's Believe It or Not
World Boxing Almanac
Boxing Hall of Fame
Answer
The Guinness Book of World Records lists Bob Fitzsimmons as the lightest heavyweight champion. Fitzsimmons, known as "Ruby Robert," was an Australian boxer who held the heavyweight title from 1897 to 1899. Despite being relatively small for a heavyweight, he possessed exceptional speed and agility, earning him the nickname "The Kangaroo." His victory over James J.
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