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From Carnera to Benvenuti, from Loi to Arcari, the history of Italian boxing is rich with great champions capable of adorning their waists with the most prestigious belts and providing boxing fans with unforgettable fights. In this column, we seek to delve into their careers and personal stories through narratives and interviews.

Recent articles

Interview with Loris Stecca, from the emotions of the ring to the search for serenity

Winning is undoubtedly the primary goal of every boxer. But only those who win while delivering...

Stefano Zoff turns 60: interview with the “Pirate” from Monfalcone

Professional boxing in Italy over the past decades has had to navigate countless difficulties: lack...

Interview with Ciro De Leva: from boxing in a workshop to the top of Europe

It is the 1970s, in a neighborhood of the city of Naples. A mechanical workshop closes its doors for...

Interview with Giorgio Campanella, the Italian Who Knocked Down De La Hoya

A lethal punch, inexhaustible grit, courage pushed to the limits of recklessness: Giorgio Campanella...

Tiberio Mitri: Rise and Fall of the Blonde Angel of the Ring

Life’s events, far more than boxing, left deep marks on the face of Tiberio Mitri, a historic...

Interview with Alessandro Duran, who made his dreams come true

Our journey of rediscovering Italian boxers who achieved major victories on the international stage...

From Moscow Gold to the World Title: Interview with Patrizio Oliva

Hit without getting hit: this is the pure and simple essence of the “Sweet Science”, and...

Bruno Arcari, the phenomenal anti-diva of the ring

If there is one thing that stands out about Bruno Arcari, an extraordinary world champion of Italian...

The New Wave: Triple Interview with Italian Rising Promoters

For a long time now, Italian boxing fans have looked back on the golden years of our boxing scene...