Paterson retains his title. The Scottish Southpaw Jackie Paterson retained his title of Flyweight Champion of the world when he won on points against Joe Curran , of Liverpool, at Hampden Park, Glasgow, tonight (Wednesday). 50,000 fans attended the fight to watch Paterson win every round from Curran. Photo shows, Joe Curran (facing camera ) fainting a right to Jackie Paterson head during the fight tonight.. 10 July 1946