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Alexis Argüello (April 19, 1952 – July 1, 2009) was a Nicaraguan professional boxer who competed from 1968 to 1995, and later became a politician. He was a three-weight world champion, having held the WBA featherweight title from 1974 to 1976; the WBC super featherweight title from 1978 to 1980; and the WBC lightweight title from 1981 to 1982.
Alexis Arguello. Noel knocked down in the 1st round. In the third, he indicated to referee he could not continue, claiming a hip injury. Arguello down in the 1st. Ganigan down in the 3rd.
Jul 6, 2009 · Officials in Nicaragua have ruled the death of Hall of Fame great Alexis Argüello a suicide following an autopsy on Friday. The triple crown champion, who was 57, was found dead in his home...
Jul 2, 2009 · Alexis Argüello, a boxer who won titles in three weight classes, entered politics after his retirement and last fall was elected mayor of Managua, the capital of Nicaragua and his home town, was...
Mar 1, 2023 · Alexis Arguello is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers in history, particularly in the lighter-weight classes. Becoming a triple crown champion and also challenging...
Sep 29, 2022 · Alexis Argüello (El Flaco Explosivo) was a Nicaraguan professional boxer. He was born in Barrio Monseñor Lezcano, Managua, Nicaragua on April 19, 1952. He was a three-weight-class world champion. He died on July 1, 2009 at the age of 57 years. Argüello was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame (IBHOF) in 1992.
Jul 1, 2009 · MANAGUA, Nicaragua -- Alexis Arguello, who fought in one of boxing's most classic brawls and reigned supreme at 130 pounds, was found dead at his home early Wednesday.
