The Skinny

"The Young Gaucho vs. The Old Man"

Alejandro Lavorante {Age; 25 years, 5 months} would be involved in his most important fight of his career.

Alejandro had a record of 19-2-0 {15 KO's}, and was now ranked #4 Ring Magazine. The young, athletic
and handsome Argentinian was regarded as one of the Top 'hitters' in the Heavyweight Division.

Both of Alejandro's '2' Decision losses were 'disputed' and highly debatable, and both were in the other fighter's
hometown.

Alejandro had a busy year in 1961, with '11-Bouts, going 10-1-0 {8 KO's}.

The tall and lanky Argentinian was coming off an 'impressive' win {KO 2} over dangerous 'Philadelphia Bomber' -
Von Clay 3-Months earlier {December 29, 1961}.

Paul 'Pinky' George {Manager} >
"This fight will give us 'National' recognition. A win, and we're home-free for a Championship bout. Even a loss
will not hurt Alex. He's the most exciting Heavyweight fighter out there."

"Alex has been working hard. He's out at 6:00 AM every morning running. He will 'end' Archie's career by
stopping him. It will be by a Knockout."