Mitt Romney took the stage Sunday evening at a huge rally in Bucks County, Pa., to the theme from Rocky. It seemed an inspired choice — the movie is set in nearby Philadelphia, so it qualifies as a hometown anthem. The soaring horns certainly pumped up the crowd.

Then again, how many people remember that while Rocky “goes the distance” in the original film, he still loses on points to the reigning champ, Apollo Creed?