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Vol. 5 Num 66 Sun. August 01, 2004  
   
Sports


Williams knocks Tyson out


Unheralded Briton Danny Williams has knocked out former world champion Mike Tyson in the fourth round of their heavyweight fight to produced one of the biggest upsets in the history of boxing.

Tyson dominated the opening round on Friday night but Williams, rated a 9-1 underdog before the bout, hit back with several crunching blows and slowly began to take control against the 38-year-old American.

Williams, 31, landed with a stream of thunderous rights in the fourth before sending Tyson to the canvas after two minutes 51 seconds.

Referee Dennis Alfred halted the count to usher Williams back to his corner before stopping the fight as a groggy Tyson could barely get to his feet.