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Luis Ángel Firpo

Argentine boxer (1894-1960)

  • Fame48.4
  • Momentum0.0
  • Wikipedia2.5K
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Lived 1894–1960, aged 66Argentina
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    11 languages
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  • Era
    1894–1960
    Aged 66
  • Awards
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    recognised work
Summary
Updated 2026-07-18

Luis Ángel Firpo was an Argentine boxer. Born in Junín, Argentina, he was nicknamed The Wild Bull of the Pampas. He was the first Latin American in history to challenge for the world heavyweight title. His bout against Jess Willard set a world record for boxing attendance at the time. His 1923 heavyweight title fight against Jack Dempsey was named Ring Magazine Fight of the Year for 1923.

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  • International Boxing Hall of Fame
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Historical9.9
Source confidence60.0
Completeness70.0
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