Moore weighed 173 pounds to Johnson’s 172½.
Working behind his jab, movement and counterpunching, Johnson frustrated Moore through much of the early and middle rounds. His advantage grew in the 10th when a right hand behind the ear dropped the champion.
Moore rose quickly, but referee Ruby Goldstein continued counting, overlooking that the automatic eight-count had been waived for the championship fight. Moore recovered and continued pursuing Johnson.
The challenger remained in front as the fight moved into the late rounds. Two officials had Johnson leading after 13, putting Moore in danger of losing his cham
