Arthur S. Sykes, (July 3, 1913 - January 24, 1996), known as Artie, was an American boxer from
Elmira, New York. Sykes made his professional debut in 1933. In 1934, he was defeated by a young
Joe Louis. Later in his career, he lost to Hall of Famer
Jersey Joe Walcott
Arnold Raymond Cream (January 31, 1914 – February 25, 1994), best known as Jersey Joe Walcott, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1930 to 1953. He held the NYSAC, NBA, and ''The Ring'' heavyweight titles from 1951 to 1952 ...
. Sykes retired in 1941. He won 18 career fights, lost 23, and had one draw. In 1938, he also won a bout in Trenton, NJ against Johnny Briggs, decided by a consensus of attending sportswriters.
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1913 births
1996 deaths
Boxers from New York (state)
American male boxers
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