A new book revives the often-overlooked story of boxing legend Joe Louis and his fight against racial segregation in the U.S.

He was “a loyal American,” Johnny Smith and Randy Roberts write in their terrific new biography, “The Fight of His Life,” and ...

Jack Johnson, the first Black heavyweight champion, defeated James J. Jeffries in 1910, sparking race riots across the U.S. Johnson's victory challenged white supremacy and had a lasting impact on ...

Seventy-six years ago this weekend, on March 1, 1949, one of the greatest fighters of all time announced his retirement from the sport. In so doing, Joe Louis called a halt to a heavyweight reign that ...