Jack Root

John Arthur Root, known professionally as Jack Root (May 26, 1876 – June 10, 1963) was an American boxer. He was the first world light heavyweight champion as well as a challenger for the world heavyweight title. He fought out of Chicago. He was elected into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2011.

Jack Root
Root, circa 1951
Born
John Arthur Root

(1876-05-26)May 26, 1876
DiedJune 10, 1963(1963-06-10) (aged 87)
Syracuse, New York, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Statistics
Weight(s)Light Heavyweight
Boxing record
Total fights55
Wins47
Wins by KO28
Losses3
Draws3
No contests2
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