Willie Pep at a Glance
- Record
- 241-11-1
- Age
- 103 years old (born 19 September 1922)
- From
- United States
- Division
- featherweight
- Height
- 165 cm (5ft 5in)
Biography
Guglielmo Papaleo, better known as Willie Pep, was an American professional boxer who held the World Featherweight Championship twice between the years of 1942 and 1950. Known for his speed, finesse, and elusiveness, Pep is widely considered one of the greatest defensive boxers of all time. He was voted as the No. 1 featherweight of the 20th century by the Associated Press and ranked the No. 1 featherweight of all time by the International Boxing Research Organization in 2005. He is also currently ranked by BoxRec as the greatest featherweight boxer of all time.
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Career Analysis
Willie Pep has compiled a professional record of 241-11-1 across 253 bouts.
Representing United States on the world stage, Pep competes in the Featherweight division. They remain active and looking for their next fight.
Stats Breakdown
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willie Pep's professional boxing record?
Willie Pep has a professional boxing record of 241 wins, 11 losses, and 1 draw.
When does Willie Pep fight next?
Willie Pep has no fight currently scheduled. Check the boxingnews.com schedule hub for the latest announcements.
How old is Willie Pep?
Willie Pep is 103 years old, born on 19 September 1922.
How tall is Willie Pep?
Willie Pep stands 165 cm (5ft 5in) tall.
Is Willie Pep undefeated?
No, Willie Pep has 11 professional losses on their record.
Where is Willie Pep from?
Willie Pep represents United States, competing in the Featherweight division.