On July 22, 1963, Floyd Patterson faced Sonny Liston in a highly anticipated rematch for the World Heavyweight Championship. Patterson, who had previously defeated Ingemar Johansson to win the title back in 1960, was looking to reclaim his position after losing to Liston in their first encounter in 1962. However, in the rematch, Liston won again, this time by a knockout in the first round. This victory solidified Liston as the heavyweight champion and marked the end of Patterson’s reign as champion. Liston’s dominance in the ring during this time made him one of the most feared fighters in boxing history.
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