Comments Thread For: Marcus Browne Suffers Heartbreaker; First U.S. Defeat

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21-year old Light Heavyweight Marcus Browne of Staten Island, New York, took a one-point lead into the final round but couldn’t hold off 20-year old Damian Hooper of Australia. Hooper, rated #2 in the world, posted a powerful rally and moves on the round of 16 at the 2012 Olympic Games with a 13-11 win. Browne’s defeat marks the first loss for a U.S. team who stood at 4-0 before Monday’s contest.

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[boxing2106]

damn i thought he would win rather easy.

[Uncle Rodge]

damn i thought he would win rather easy.

He was fighting #2 in the world.

[Frank Ducketts]

He got tired. Talent doesn't always win.

[Young Money]

Hooper won gold at the youth olympics in Singapore 2 years ago.

[black.ink]

It may be heartbreaking for the lad, but he didn't lose to no slouch. Hooper is pretty good.

[Philfy]

Hooper is decent, one of the better amateurs Australia has had in recent years. I haven't looked at the draw but he might be a medal chance. He certainly turned it up in the 3rd round with some unorthodox shots to get the win.

[BetterCallSaul]

Damn, that final round looked like Froch-Bute.

Hooper really turned it on and came out with a deserved win. Well done Aus.

[nycsmooth]

I don't watch amatuer/olypmic boxing ...scoring system 2 corrupt...the on3 round he won 3-2, what happened 2 all the other punches??I'll tell you, 3 of the 5 judges didn't c it so they didn't push the button...Imcompetence@ it's highest level, & olympic officials thinks this a great system, where 60% (#) of judges can miss a punch...