South Africa's Giant Boxer Arrives In England. Jack Solomons, the well known boxing promoter, is picked up in greeting by Potgieter after arriving at Victoria Stn, London. On left is Freddie Mills, the former British light-heavyweight champion. Ewart Potgieter, the giant South African heavyweight boxer, has arrived in London, to commence training for his contest against Botticeli, of Italy, at the White City in September. Potgieter stands 7 feet 2 inches in height and weighs 22½ stone. August 02, 1955.