Young Firpo

Young Firpo (April 25, 1907 – August 21, 1984) was an American professional light-heavyweight boxer. He began his career in Burke, Idaho. He was a popular fighter in the Pacific Northwest during the 1920s and 1930s, particularly in Portland, Oregon. He was also a ranked Light-Heavyweight contender during the early 1930s.

Young Firpo
Statistics
Real nameGuido Bardelli
Nickname(s)Wild Bull of Idaho, The Bull of Burke
Weight(s)Light-heavyweight
Height5 ft 7+12 in (171 cm)
Reach72 in (183 cm)
NationalityUnited States American
BornApril 25, 1907
Barre, Vermont
DiedAugust 21, 1984(1984-08-21) (aged 77)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights93
Wins74
Wins by KO45
Losses15
Draws4
No contests0

Honors

  • Inducted into the Idaho Sports Hall of Fame, March 15, 1974.
  • Inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame: Class of 2008.

References

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