Description
The Ring Magazine – July 1984 (Wilfredo Gómez vs. Juan Laporte Cover, No Label, Very Good Condition)
This July 1984 issue of The Ring Magazine features Wilfredo Gómez vs. Juan Laporte on the cover, highlighting Gómez’s comeback and future ambitions after his high-profile bouts. Also included are in-depth reports on Marvin Hagler, Michael Spinks, and the surprising retirement (again) of Sugar Ray Leonard.
The magazine is in very good condition, showing only minor wear on the edges. Please review photos for exact condition details. Each copy ships in a protective plastic sleeve, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
Features
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Michael Spinks Eyes Duel With History – by Doug Blackburn
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In the Gym, Fighters Are Champs – by Ray J. Elson
Profiles
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Tyrone Crawley: Is He “Howard Davis Jr. Jr.?” – by Gary Nager
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New Faces: Vinnie Pazienza & Tommy Cordova
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A Fighter I Knew – by Robert Weinstein
Ringside Reports & Analysis
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Ray Leonard Re-Retires: “It Just Wasn’t There” – by Randy Gordon
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The Bazooka Fires Back: Gómez Looks to Future – by Gary Nager
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Chandler “Reassessed” After KO by Sandoval – by Ben Sharav
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Fighter of the Month: Richie Sandoval
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Ringside Reports: Hagler–Roldan, Gómez–Laporte, McCrory–Elbilia, Arroyo–Brown, Sutherland–Singletary, Bernal–Kobayashi, Chang–Chitaldo, Ponatani–Espadas, Hinton–Kinney
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Rings Around the World
Ratings
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The Ring’s International Ratings
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United States Ratings
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NABF Ratings
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Latin American Ratings
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British Commonwealth Ratings
Departments
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Ringside – Editorial by Randy Gordon
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Round One – by Ben Sharav
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Front Page – by Michael Katz
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Swap & Sell
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Come Out Writing
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Questions & Answers
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Win, Lose & Draw – by McGill
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Veteran Boxers’ Beat
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In This Corner...
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For the Record – by John Grasso
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Last Round: Ruby Goldstein – by Herbert G. Goldman
Why Collect This Issue?
This edition captures a pivotal moment in mid-80s boxing, including Wilfredo Gómez’s resurgence, Michael Spinks’ historic ambitions, Richie Sandoval’s rise, and the ongoing legacy of Marvin Hagler. It also documents Sugar Ray Leonard’s second retirement, making it a must-have issue for fans of the sport’s golden era.