BOXING.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18500, 22 February 1930, Page 18 (Supplement)

BOXING.

SCOTT OUTED BY PARTNER. BOXING RING SURPRISE. (United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright.; (Received February 21. 10.35 p.m.) NEW YORK, February 20. Telegrams from Miami say that it is not generally revealed, but it is understood that in yesterday’s sparring, Scott received a blow from Jack Kenault (his partner) that put the contender down for the count. Few spectators were present, although it is understood a photographer snapped a picture. The manager explained that Scott had slipped, and received the impact of a missed lead. He dismissed the incident as of no importance, although fighting circles here express much surprise.

SARRON BREAKS CONTRACT. By Telegraph—Press Association. NEW PLYMOUTH, February 21. The Taranaki Boxing Association yesterday received word by telegram that Pete Sarron would not fight Tommy Donovan here as arranged on March Ist. To-day the Association's solicitor took steps in connection with the Association's claim against Sarron for £9O damages for breach of contract, and on the ground that it was believed Sarron was about to leave for Australia a warrant was issued.

HAY BEATS MCDONALD. By Telegraph—Press Association. PALMERSTON N„ February 21. In a contest for the middle-weight professional title, Artie Hay (Hastings) successfully defended a challenge by Lachie McDonald (Auckland), winning on a wide margin of points.