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.
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| Young Firpo | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Guido Bardelli |
| Nickname(s) | Wild Bull of Idaho, The Bull of Burke |
| Weight(s) | Light-heavyweight |
| Height | 5 ft 7+1⁄2 in (171 cm) |
| Reach | 72 in (183 cm) |
| Nationality | |
| Born | April 25, 1907 Barre, Vermont |
| Died | August 21, 1984(1984-08-21) (aged 77) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 93 |
| Wins | 74 |
| Wins by KO | 45 |
| Losses | 15 |
| Draws | 4 |
| No contests | 0 |