Jack Root
Root, circa 1949 | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | John Arthur Root May 26, 1876 |
| Died | June 10, 1963 (aged 87) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Weight | Light Heavyweight Heavyweight |
| Boxing career | |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 55 |
| Wins | 47 |
| Win by KO | 28 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Draws | 3 |
| No contests | 2 |
John Arthur Root, born as Janos Ruthaly and known professionally as Jack Root (May 26, 1876 – June 10, 1963) was an American boxer. He was the first world light heavyweight champion as well as a challenger for the world heavyweight title. He fought out of Chicago. He was elected into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2011.