Who did Schmeling successfully defend his title against in 1931?
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Young Stribling
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Young Stribling, an American boxer, challenged German boxer Max Schmeling for the World Heavyweight Championship in 1931. The highly anticipated bout took place in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 3rd. Despite Stribling's reputation as a formidable opponent, Schmeling showcased his superior skills and ultimately emerged victorious by knocking out Stribling in the fifteenth round, successfully defending his title.
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