Overview

• Nino Benvenuti, Italy’s iconic boxer and Olympic gold medalist, passed away at age 87, leaving behind a storied legacy in the sport and Italian culture.
• He remains the only Italian boxer to hold unanimously recognized world titles in two weight divisions: middleweight and super-welterweight.
• A public wake at CONI’s Salone d’Onore in Rome drew tributes from former champions, sports officials, and family members, celebrating his achievements and character.
• The Italian Olympic Committee called for a nationwide minute of silence at all sporting events this weekend to honor Benvenuti’s memory.
• Plans are underway for commemorative initiatives to preserve his contributions to boxing and his role as a symbol of post-war Italian pride.