Jersey Joe Walcott finally become world heavyweight champion, at the relatively old age of 37. This made him the oldest man ever to win the world heavyweight crown (a distinction he would hold until George Foreman won the title at age 45 in 1994). Walcott retained the title with a 15-round decision victory against arch-enemy Charles. On September 23, 1952, he defended his title for the second time. His opponent was the undefeated Rocky Marciano. In the first round Marciano was knocked down for the first time in his career, with a left hook from Walcott. Walcott was clearly ahead in the scoring
Jacob Walcott Jacob Walcott Jacob Walcott (born 29 June 1992) is an English footballer who plays for Banbury United as a forward. Born in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, Walcott began his career in the Academy at Reading, joining as a 13-year-old in 2006. He signed scholarship forms in 2008 before turning professional in 2010. In September 2010 he joined Staines Town on loan, extending the deal for a further month in October. During his time with the club he made five league appearances in the league and played once in the FA Cup. He soon moved out on loan again, joining Dutch side Telstar