Matches in DBpedia 2014 for { ?s ?p Tommy Burns (June 17, 1881 – May 10, 1955), born Noah Brusso, is the only Canadian-born World Heavyweight Champion boxer. The first to travel the globe in defending his title, Tommy made 11 title defences despite often being the underdog due to his size. Burns famously challenged all comers as Heavyweight Champion, leading to a celebrated bout with Jack Johnson. According to his biographer, Burns insisted, "I will defend my title against all comers, none barred.. }
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- Tommy_Burns_(boxer) comment "Tommy Burns (June 17, 1881 – May 10, 1955), born Noah Brusso, is the only Canadian-born World Heavyweight Champion boxer. The first to travel the globe in defending his title, Tommy made 11 title defences despite often being the underdog due to his size. Burns famously challenged all comers as Heavyweight Champion, leading to a celebrated bout with Jack Johnson. According to his biographer, Burns insisted, "I will defend my title against all comers, none barred.".