Gerald Dreyer

Gerald Dreyer

Gerald Dreyer (born September 22, 1929) is a retired boxer from Pretoria, South Africa, who competed in the Lightweight division during his career as an amateur.

Amateur career

Dreyer was the Olympic Gold Medalist at lightweight in London 1948, defeating Joseph Vissers of Belgium in the final.

Pro career

Dreyer turned pro in 1948 and fought primarily in New York City late in his career, retiring in 1955 after having won 41, lost 8, and drawn 2 with 23 KO.

External links

* [http://www.databaseolympics.com/players/playerpage.htm?ilkid=DREYEGER01 databaseOlympics]

References


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