Author: Today in Pro Wrestling History: On July 20th, 1973, Jack Brisco defeated Harley Race to win his first NWA World Heavyweight Championship in Houston, TX.
Today in Pro Wrestling History (July 20): Jack Brisco Wins First World Title
He would hold the belt for exactly 500 days in his first reign. He would capture the vaunted Ten Pounds of Gold for a second time in late 1974.
You can learn more about the legendary Harley Race right here: Harley Race: Secret Tales of His Tenacity Outside the Ring
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