HAS BAER LOST SPARKLE?
WILL MEET NOVA IN ELIMINATION BOUT United Press Association—By Electrio Telegraph—Copyright (Received June 1, 6.30 p.m.) NEW YORK, May 31. More than usual interest has been aroused in the 15-round elimination fight to-morrow between Max Baer and Louis Nova, a fel'jw Californian. The winner will probably meet the champion after the Louis-Galento fight on June 28. Nova has impressed observers with his stamina and gradual boxing improvement under Braddock's tutelage, although he still lacks decisive punching ability or aggressiveness. Some sports commentators say that Baer has not been impressive against h’s secondrate sparring partners and lacks sparkle and speed although his right hand is still capable of administering drastic punishment. The consensus of opinion is that Baer must beat Nova before the sixth round with a long fight giving Nova the advantage. Baer overshadows Nova in reach and size.
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Timaru Herald, Volume CXLVI, Issue 21361, 2 June 1939, Page 9
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