Floyd Patterson vs Jerry Quarry, Heavyweights
Floyd Patterson vs Jerry Quarry, Heavyweights
32 year old Floyd Patterson, formerly Heavyweight Champ, gains a draw on his long comeback trail. Jerry Quarry, L.A. boy, gives Floyd a rough time, with two knockdowns in the second round. Quarry goes down once in the seventh and the fight ends as a slugging match. Opening shot - Floyd Patterson and Jerry Quarry boxing in the ring, Jerry Quarry is the lighter trunks. High Angle shot - Boxing spectators mostly men. MS - Jerry Quarry hits Floyd Patterson with a right-cross and Patterson hits the mat. VO say's this is the second knock down for Floyd in this round. Profile shot - Sport spectators. MS - It looks like Jerry Quarry is getting the best of Floyd who is 10-years older than Quarry. CU - Floyd swings and connects and Quarry hit's the mat. MS - The two fighters go toe to toe for a rousing finish, they are definitely throwing some punches, giving the fight spectators a good show. The 10-rounder comes to a close and the fight is declared a draw.