Description
The Ring Magazine – August 1974 (Duane Bobick Cover, No Label, VG Condition)
This vintage issue of The Ring Magazine (August 1974) features Duane Bobick on the cover, one of the era’s rising heavyweight hopefuls backed by the confidence of Angelo Dundee. A collectible piece from the golden age of heavyweight boxing.
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor wear on the edges consistent with age. Please review photos for full details of condition. Comes with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
Editorial
-
As Nat Loubet Sees It
Controversy
-
The Ring Supports Monzon in Fight With WBC – By Nat Loubet
-
Fight Referee Harold Valan Calls His Job the Toughest of Pro Sports Officials – By Harold Valan
-
Should There Be an Asterisk After Marvin Hart’s Name? – By Michael J. Brodhead
Special Features
-
Foreman Favored in Betting, But Action is Slow for Zaire Bout – By Dan Daniel
-
“Watch Bobick Closely,” Says Angelo Dundee – By Mike Hayes
-
Sizing Up the Top Heavyweight Contenders – By Bill Gallo [partial]
-
German Boxing Started in British P.O.W. Camp – By J.A. Tree
-
Baltimore Spots Future Star in Leo (Kid) Saenz – By Phil Jackman
-
Mrs. Pat Barlow: New Pro Fight Judge in Indiana – By Hayden Cross
Ring Fight Reports
-
Decked Quarry Stops Foe in 2 – By Sam Taub
-
Valdez Stops Briscoe to Become Monzon Challenger – By J.A. Tree
-
No Chance for Middleton Against Revived Bonavena – By John Ort
-
Zambia Fight Results in Tragedy for Home Champ – By Terence Musuku
Extra Attractions
-
Camera Clicks
-
Punch Lines [partial]
-
Questions and Answers [partial]
-
Up and Down Old Broadway – By Sam Taub
-
Inside the Ropes – By Ruby Goldstein
World Ratings
-
Valdez — Fighter of the Month – By Nat Loubet
-
Prospects of the Month
-
United States Ratings
-
Results of the Month
Why Collect This Issue?
This issue captures a historic moment just months before the Rumble in the Jungle was set in Zaire, as the boxing world speculated about the Foreman–Ali clash. Rising star Duane Bobick received special attention, along with features on Carlos Monzon, Joe Frazier, Oscar Bonavena, and more. Historical pieces, world ratings, and fight reports make this a must-have for vintage boxing collectors and fans of heavyweight history.