Video footage of a rare wrestling match has surfaced online. It features the first-ever heavyweight champion, George Hackenschmidt. The footage, which was shot in London in 1908, is 116 years old. Hackenschmidt is credited with, among other things, inventing the bear hug.
You can check out the post below.
Full Video of 1908 George Hackenschmidt Match in London 1908 pic.twitter.com/TuIzojV6yV
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