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Who became heavyweight champ after Jim Braddock?

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Certainly. Joe Louis, the "Brown Bomber," emerged as the new heavyweight champion after Jim Braddock's reign. Known for his formidable punching power and impressive knockout record, Louis captured the title in 1937, defeating Braddock in an eighth-round technical knockout. Louis went on to dominate the heavyweight division for over a decade, defending his title successfully 25 times, becoming one of the most iconic and celebrated boxers in boxing history.
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