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Luis Ángel Firpo

Argentine boxer (1894-1960) · Argentina · Athletes · Died at 65

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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.

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Firpo and his handlersFirpo and his handlersFirpo sending Dempsey outside the ring; Dempsey and Firpo, 1923 painting by George BellowsFirpo sending Dempsey outside the ring; Dempsey and Firpo, 1923 painting by George BellowsLuis Angel Firpo vault in the Cemetery of Recoleta, Buenos Aires, where his remains were interredLuis Angel Firpo vault in the Cemetery of Recoleta, Buenos Aires, where his remains were interred

Awards

International Boxing Hall of Fame2024

About this person

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.

Country
Argentina
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1894 to 1960 · aged 65

Athletes from Argentina 6

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