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2 unusual facts about Golden Johnson


Golden Johnson

In 2006 he breathed new life into his career with an upset win over prospect Oscar Diaz, setting up a fight for the vacant WBO Inter-Continental Welterweight Championship against American Antonio Margarito.

Johnson continued to win most of his fights in subsequent years mixing in losses against such luminaries as Ben Tackie and Vivian Harris.


James Crayton

Crayton missed no time in the ring, and even put together a five-bout winning streak in the wake of Montantes' death, culminating in a match against Golden Johnson for the NABF lightweight title.

Larry Mosley

In his two high profile bouts, he has come up with draws, against Miguel Figueroa and Golden Johnson, both in 2006.


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