Al Robinson

Albert Robinson (born 1947-06-18 in Oakland, CA died 1974-01-24 ) was a boxer who competed in the featherweight division (– 57 kg) during his career.

Amateur career

Robinson was the Featherweight (125 pounds) Silver Medalist in the 1968 Olympic Games. Robinson lost a disputed bout to gold medalist Antonio Roldan. Robinson was dominating the fight when suddenly the referee gave Robinson a warning, and about a minute later, the referee issued a second violation, an automatic disqualification. [http://getbestperfumes.info/Olympic-Gold]

Pro career

Robinson turned pro in 1969 and won his first six bouts before being shockingly KO'd by journeyman Fermin Soto. He recovered after the loss to win his next six bouts.

Death

On April 30, 1971, Robinson lapsed into a coma, after complaining that he was feeling ill after a workout at the New Oakland Boxing Club. Robinson never came out of the coma, and died on January 24, 1974.

References

*"Robinson Remains in Semi Coma", May 10, 1971, "Oakland Tribune"
*"Oakland Boxer Dies", January 26, 1974, "San Mateo Times"

External links

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* [http://www.databaseolympics.com/players/playerpage.htm?ilkid=ROBINALB01 databaseOlympics]