Clifford "Chris" J. Graham (18 March 1900 – 24 May 1986) was a Canadianboxer, born in Toronto, who competed in the 1920s. As a bantamweight, he won the silver medal at the 1920 Summer Olympics, losing to Clarence Walker in the final.[1] Four years later in Paris, he once again represented his native country at the Summer Olympics. This time he was eliminated in the second round of the lightweight class after losing his fight to Ben Rothwell. Graham was affiliated with Riverside Athletic Club of Toronto.
Final: lost to Clarence Walker (South Africa) - was awarded silver medal
Professional career
Graham later fought professionally in Canada, and the highlight of his pro career came on January 10, 1927, when he became the Canadian lightweight champion.[2] He was later defeated and lost the belt to his former Olympic teammate Clarence Newton.
References
^"Chris Graham". Olympedia. Retrieved 22 July 2021.
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