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Art 'One Glove' Jimmerson, UFC 1 Icon, Passes Away at 60

The former professional boxer and UFC pioneer, known for competing with one glove, died after a storied career in combat sports.

  • Art Jimmerson, nicknamed 'One Glove' for his unique fighting style, died at 60, leaving behind a legacy in both boxing and mixed martial arts.
  • Jimmerson's participation in UFC 1 marked a significant moment in MMA history, where he faced off against Royce Gracie in a memorable bout.
  • Throughout his career, Jimmerson won 33 of his 51 professional boxing matches, with 17 victories by knockout.
  • After retiring from professional fighting, Jimmerson dedicated himself to training aspiring boxers and MMA fighters in California.
  • Jimmerson's innovative approach at UFC 1, where he wore one boxing glove, symbolized the early experimental phase of the sport.
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