Arthur Susskind
Arthur Susskind (October 12, 1886 – March 10, 1967), also known as "Young Otto", was an American professional boxer who set a world record with 16 consecutive first-round knockouts in the early 1900s. His record stood until Edwin Valero of Venezuela scored 18 straight first-round knockouts in 2006.[1][2]
| Arthur Susskind | |
|---|---|
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| Statistics | |
| Nickname(s) | Young Otto |
| Weight(s) | Light welterweight |
| Height | 5 ft 6 in (168 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | November 12, 1886 |
| Died | March 10, 1967 (aged 80) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 89 |
| Wins | 70 |
| Wins by KO | 58 |
| Losses | 14 |
| Draws | 3 |
| No contests | 2 |
References
- "Young Otto". Boxrec. Retrieved 2010-09-07.
Reportedly scored a total of 42 first round knockouts in his entire career. Considered one of the great knockout artists of the early 20th century. Otto became a well-respected boxing referee after he retired from boxing. Otto was Jewish.
- "Arthur Susskind, Was Young Otto. Boxer of Early 1900s Dies. Judge in Championships". The New York Times. March 11, 1967. Retrieved 2010-09-07.
Arthur Susskind, who scored 44 first-round knockouts while boxing as Young Otto for two decades before 1923, died yesterday in Central Islip, L.I. He was 80 years old.
| Records | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Jimmy Barry 4 |
Most consecutive first-round knockouts 15 October 13, 1905 - September 25, 2006 |
Succeeded by Edwin Valero 18 |
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