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Al Hostak
American boxer (1916-2006) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 90
Albert (Al) Paul Hostak, nicknamed "the Savage Slav," was an American middleweight boxer who fought from 1932-1949. Hostak twice held the National Boxing Association Middleweight title between 1938 and 1940. He was known as a hard puncher and had a record of 64 wins, 9 losses, and 11 draws.
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Awards
About this person
In 2003, Hostak made The Ring Magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers of all time.
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1916 to 2006 · aged 90
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