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Packey McFarland

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American boxer (1888-1936)

United StatesAthletesLived 1888 to 1936 · aged 47
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Patrick McFarland, nicknamed "Packey" or "Packy", was an American boxer in the lightweight and welterweight divisions. Despite an extraordinary winning record, he was unable to secure a match for either world title.

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McFarland circa 1912McFarland circa 1912

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1992International Boxing Hall of Fame

Athletes from United States 6

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Patrick McFarland, nicknamed "Packey" or "Packy", was an American boxer in the lightweight and welterweight divisions. Despite an extraordinary winning record, he was unable to secure a match for either world title. The Ring Record Book and Boxing Encyclopedia as of 1936 "suggests" McFarland was the best fighter never to become a world champion.

Country
United States
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Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1888 to 1936 · aged 47
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