Billy Backus vs. Manny Burgo
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Billy Backus 147 lbs beat Manuel Burgo 147 lbs by UD in round 10 of 10
- Date: 1970-03-24
- Location: War Memorial Auditorium, Syracuse, New York, USA
- Referee: Tony Phillips 8-1
- Judge: Joe Palmer 9-1
- Judge: Tony DeSalvo 8-1
"Billy Backus recorded a decisive win over Manny Burgo, New Bedford, in a 10 rounder promoted by the Canastota Boxing Club. Backus was in control from start to finish. He shook Burgo on occasions, scoring with body blows and head shots. A left to the midsection put Burgo down in the 6th round for an eight count. Burgo used the ring to full advantage in steering away from Billy's guns and giving him no chance to unload." -Ring Magazine, July 1970 issue