Robert J.

Fitzsimmons, Bob, Ruby, or Freckled Wonder (bo rn May 26, 1863 in Helston, died. October 22, 1917 in Chicago) - English professional boxer, the first world champion in three wei ght categories. He came from a large family, the Englishman James Fitzsimmons and Jane Strongman Irishwoman living in Cornwall (United Kingdom). When he was nine years dwanaściorgiem parents with children emigrated to New Zealand and settled in Timaru, where he began working in the smithy of his brother. The beginnings of his professional career associated with duels in tournaments throughout New Zealand.