Braddock, James J. (1905-1974), an American boxer, defeated Max Baer in 1935 to become the world heavyweight champion. His victory, a 15-round decision, ranks as one of the biggest upsets in sports history and earned him the nickname "The Cinderella Man." Braddock was a 10-1 underdog and thought to have little or no chance to defeat Baer. Braddock lost the title to Joe Louis in 1937 in his first defense on an eighth-round knockout. Braddock had knocked Louis down in the first round, only the second boxer to do so. In 1938, after one more fight, Braddock retired with a record of 51 wins and 6 draws in 86 total bouts.