Clem McCarthy

Clem McCarthy (1882 - June 4, 1962) was a famous broadcaster of horse races and boxing matches from the late 1920s to the early 1950s.

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1882 - June 4 - 1962

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He was known for his gravelly voice and dramatic style. Some examples:

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• Joe Louis vs. Max Schmeling rematch: "Schmeling is down! ... Schmeling is beaten in one round!"
• Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral match race: "Seabiscuit by three! Seabiscuit by three! Seabiscuit is the winner!"

He was also known for mis-calling the 1947 Preakness, when a crowd that was standing on a platform blocked his view of the far turn, just at the moment when two horses with similar silks switched places. His immediate apology and self-deprecation helped to smooth over that widely-heard mistake.

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1947 - Preakness

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His well-known voice was mimicked by Doodles Weaver in the William Tell Overture (Spike Jones version).

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Doodles Weaver - William Tell Overture (Spike Jones version)

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