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Polish Boxing Forum: Three-Year Agreement, Stars and Ambitious Plans
What does the three-year agreement with Targi Kielce mean for Polish boxing? After the press conference, we spoke with PBA President Grzegorz Nowaczek.
Farewell to Marian Kasprzyk, Olympic champion from Tokyo
On February 9, Bielsko-Biała bid farewell to Marian Kasprzyk, the Tokyo Olympic champion. Family, local residents and representatives of Polish sport gathered at St. Nicholas Cathedral.
Marian Kasprzyk – Remembering the Olympic Champion (1939–2026)
Marian Kasprzyk, Olympic champion and medalist at the Rome and Tokyo Games, will remain a symbol of Polish boxing. Humble, religious, and always kind, he left a lasting mark on generations.
Tomasz Dylak Named Coach of the Year
Tomasz Dylak was named Coach of the Year at the 2026 Gala of Champions, honoring his many years of work and contribution to the development of Polish Olympic boxing.Krzysztof Włodarczyk: I hope kind-hearted people will help raise a substantial sum!
After the press conference in Sokółka, we speak with Krzysztof “Diablo” Włodarczyk. The former world champion will appear at Suzuki Boxing Night 37 on October 17.
Tomasz Dylak after the World Championships in Liverpool: a historic success for Polish women
Tomasz Dylak, coach of the Polish women’s national team, summed up the White and Reds’ participation in the World Championships in Liverpool.
Julia Szeremeta before the final: no stress, just immense joy
Julia Szeremeta is calm and in good spirits ahead of the Olympic final. The Polish boxer talks about the team atmosphere, her fighting style and her growing popularity.
Grzegorz Proksa: There is still enormous sporting anger within us
Grzegorz Proksa summed up the Polish boxers’ Olympic performance, discussing Damian’s controversial fight, Mateusz Bereźnicki’s bout and the national team’s future plans.
44th European Senior Championships: Słomiński and Niedźwiecki to Fight for Final Berths
Jakub Słomiński and Tomasz Niedźwiecki won their quarterfinals at the 44th European Senior Championships. In Yerevan, both Poles will fight for a place in the final.44th European Senior Championships: Damian Durkacz reaches the quarterfinals
The round of 16 at the 44th European Senior Championships has ended in Yerevan. Damian Durkacz advanced to the quarterfinals, while Mateusz Bereźnicki and Oskar Safaryan were eliminated.Draw Results for the 44th European Senior Championships in Yerevan
The draws for the 44th European Senior Championships were held in Yerevan. The tournament will feature 219 boxers, including 10 representatives of Poland.Polish Seniors Win Medals in the First Months of 2022
Polish boxers performed very well in Ústí nad Labem. At the tournament ahead of the European Championships, Damian Durkacz and Tomasz Niedźwiecki won gold medals.92nd Polish Senior Boxing Championships: As Many as 13 Gold Medalists
The number of divisions at the Polish Senior Championships rose from eight to 13 in one year. The finals in Wałbrzych provided fans with plenty of excitement.21st World Championships in Belgrade: Damian Durkacz fails to reach quarterfinals
Damian Durkacz (67 kg) lost unanimously on points to Ablaikhan Zhussupov and was eliminated from the 21st World Championships in Belgrade.21st World Championships in Belgrade: Damian Durkacz becomes second Pole into the round of 16
Damian Durkacz defeated Gurgen Madoyan on points to become the second Polish representative to reach the round of 16 at the 21st World Championships in Belgrade.21st World Championships in Belgrade: Poles learn their opponents. A long road awaits them
A total of 510 boxers will fight for medals at the 21st World Championships in Belgrade. Eight representatives of Poland are among them. A long and demanding tournament lies ahead.Durkacz, Kida and Safaryan triumph in Sarajevo
One month before the World Championships in Belgrade, Poland’s representatives performed impressively in Sarajevo. Damian Durkacz, Dominik Kida and Oskar Safaryan won the tournament.Tokyo Olympics: Gabil Mamedov too strong for Damian Durkacz
On the second day of the Olympic boxing tournament in Tokyo, Damian Durkacz lost a unanimous decision to Gabil Mamedov. The Russian won every round.Olympic Qualifiers: Damian Durkacz Achieves His Minimum Goal in Paris
Damian Durkacz (69 kg) secured Olympic qualification in Paris. The Pole lost to Belarusian Dzmitry Asanau, but achieved his minimum goal and will compete in Tokyo in 2021.Damian Durkacz qualifies for the Tokyo Olympics
Damian Durkacz unanimously defeated Milan Fodor to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics. In the quarterfinals of the tournament in Paris, he will face Dzmitriy Asanau.Suzuki Boxing Night VI: Poland Undefeated Against Moldova
Poland, led by Valery Kornilov and Ireneusz Przywara, defeated Moldova 16-0 in Lublin at Suzuki Boxing Night VI.A Celebration of Olympic Boxing in Lublin: The Fourth Suzuki Boxing Night Gala Is Behind Us
The fourth Suzuki Boxing Night gala of Olympic boxing was held at Lublin’s Centre for the Meeting of Cultures. Boxers from nine countries competed, including world champion Gleb Bakshi.Poland’s 2020 Senior Champions Crowned in Wałcz
The pandemic did not stop the race for the country’s biggest honors. Wałcz hosted the 91st Polish Senior Championships, where defending champions were joined by new names.Only One Pole in AIBA Rankings. Durkacz 24th in the World, 7th in Europe
Only one Polish representative features in the latest AIBA rankings. Damian Durkacz is 24th in the world and 7th among European boxers in the 64 kg category.Masternak Ruthless Against His Opponent. An Intriguing Show in Kielce
After a four-month break, Poland’s Olympic boxers returned to the ring. Kielce’s leading men’s and women’s fighters appeared at Suzuki Boxing Night II.Suzuki Boxing Night II gala tomorrow. Masternak and Radchenko in the main event
After more than three months away due to the coronavirus pandemic, Polish boxers return to competition. On Friday in Kielce, Mateusz Masternak will face Sergiy Radchenko.Olympic Qualifiers: Masternak and Durkacz Advance, Wiktorzak’s Drama
Mateusz Masternak and Damian Durkacz remain in contention for Olympic qualification. Sebastian Wiktorzak lost to Estonia’s Stiven Aas after suffering an injury in the opening round.Coach Yushchenko selects squad for London Olympic qualifying tournament
Ivan Yushchenko has selected eight boxers who will begin their bid for qualification for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in London next week.Strandja: Poles eliminated before the quarterfinals
There will be no Polish fighters in the quarterfinals of the 71st Strandja Tournament in Sofia. Damian Durkacz, Ryszard Lewicki and Mateusz Masternak lost their bouts.Poles Successfully Avenged Their Defeat to Russia in Gliwice
Poland defeated Russia 12-6 in Gliwice. The White and Reds avenged last year’s loss in Kielce and gained valuable experience three months before the Olympic qualifiers.90th Polish Championships: Finals a Superb Promotion for Boxing. “Master” Becomes Polish Champion for the First Time
The eight finals of the 90th Polish Senior Championships delivered plenty of excitement and were fought at a high level. In Opole, Mateusz “Master” Masternak won gold for the first time.
90th Polish Senior Championships: Quarterfinals Without Surprises, Three Gdańsk Boxers Defeated
The fourth day of the 90th Polish Senior Championships in Opole produced few surprises. Almost all the favorites reached the semifinals, although Gdańsk boxers suffered three defeats.90th Polish Senior Championships: Masternak returns to the Olympic ring after 13 years
The elimination stage of the 90th Polish Senior Championships concluded in Opole. The third day’s highlight was Mateusz Masternak’s return to Olympic boxing after 13 years.90th Polish Championships: Qualifiers begin. Rio Olympian scores a convincing win
The 90th Polish Senior Championships got underway at the domEXPO arena in Opole. One of the first day’s highlights was Rio de Janeiro Olympian Paweł Kastramin.27th U-23 Polish Championships: Surprises in the Finals, Five Champions Defend Their Titles
The 27th U-23 Polish Championships concluded in Ciechocinek. The eight Olympic weight classes produced several surprises, while five reigning champions successfully defended their titles.2nd European Games and 43rd European Championships: World champion defeated Durkacz. Poles win no medals
Wednesday was supposed to be Poland’s day at the boxing tournament in Minsk. Damian Durkacz was still hoping for a medal, but he lost to world champion Sofiane Oumiha.Damian Durkacz reaches the quarterfinals of the European Games and European Championships
Damian Durkacz won his second bout of the tournament and advanced to the quarterfinals of the European Games, which also serve as the European Championships. He will face Sofiane Oumiha for a place in the semifinals.2nd European Games and 43rd European Championships: Damian Durkacz ends Poland’s losing streak in Minsk
20-year-old Damian Durkacz was the only Polish boxer to win his opening bout in Minsk. His victory over Spain’s Johann Orozco Ojeda sent him through to the round of 16.Damian Durkacz and Rafał Perczyński to Compete in Minsk
Ireneusz Przywara has announced Poland’s squad for the 2nd European Games in Minsk. Nine boxers will represent the country, including Damian Durkacz and Rafał Perczyński.Polski vs Durkacz the Highlight of the Feliks Stamm Memorial Finals
Mateusz Polski and Damian Durkacz have reached the 64kg final. On Thursday, we also learned the full lineup of semifinalists at the 36th Feliks Stamm Memorial.Poles Clearly Better Than Germans in Władysławowo
Poland’s senior national team defeated Germany 18:6 in Władysławowo. The bout was part of the squad’s preparations for the Feliks Stamm Memorial in Warsaw.Poles Finish Without a Medal at the European Under-22 Championships
None of Poland’s five representatives reached the medal zone at the European Under-22 Championships. Damian Durkacz and Piotr Szczukowski lost in the quarterfinals.Damian Durkacz Wins Bronze at the Strandja Tournament in Sofia
After victories over Volkan Gokcek and Paolo Di Lernia, Damian Durkacz lost his Strandja Tournament semifinal to reigning Russian champion Alexey Mazur. The Pole won a bronze medal.Damian Durkacz Defeats European Union Runner-Up
Damian Durkacz advanced to the semifinals of the 70th Strandja Tournament in Sofia. Filip Wąchała lost a closely contested bout to American Delante Johnson.Durkacz and Wąchała Reach Strandja Tournament Quarterfinals
Damian Durkacz and Filip Wąchała advanced to the quarterfinals of the 70th Strandja Tournament in Sofia. Michał Soczyński was eliminated.6th Leszek Drogosz Memorial: Russians without big names outclass Poles
Poland’s senior national team lost 4-14 to Russia in Kielce at the 6th Leszek Drogosz Memorial. Damian Durkacz and Bartosz Gołębiewski claimed victories.9th EU Championships: Damian Durkacz loses to experienced Moldovan
Poland’s youngest representative at the 9th European Union Championships, 19-year-old Damian Durkacz, lost by split decision to Moldova’s Dmitri Galagot.9th EU Championships: Poles learn their brackets, Słomiński already assured of a medal
The 9th European Union Senior Boxing Championships have begun in Valladolid. The Poles learned their tournament brackets, while Jakub Słomiński is already assured of a medal.Poland Narrowly Better Than Lithuania in Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski
In Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski, cheered on by 1,500 fans, Poland’s senior team defeated Lithuania 10-8. Victories by Filip Wąchała and Michał Soczyński proved decisive.Słomiński, Durkacz and Soczyński win Polish championship gold again
The 26th Polish Under-23 Championships concluded in Sulejów. Jakub Słomiński, Damian Durkacz and Michał Soczyński claimed their second gold medals of the year.Poland comfortably defeated Serbia in Toruń. Soczyński with a valuable victory
Iwan Juszczenko made a successful start to his work with the senior national team. In Toruń, the young Polish team under his guidance defeated Serbia 14-4.Serbs to test Poles today in Toruń
In Toruń, Poland’s senior national team will face Serbia today in an international match. For the Poles, it will be a valuable opportunity to test themselves against an overseas opponent.Damian Durkacz sole Polish winner in Lviv
Damian Durkacz recorded Poland’s only victory in their second Lviv Boxing Cup bout. The Red-and-Whites lost 2-12 in Lviv to Ukraine’s second team.Ukraine ruthless against Poland. White-and-Reds lose 0–16 in Lviv
On the second day of the “Lviv Boxing Cup” team tournament, Poland lost 0–16 to Ukraine in Lviv. The White-and-Reds failed to win any of their eight bouts.Poland beat Turkey in Kielce without dropping a single point
Poland’s senior team defeated Fenerbahce Istanbul 22-0 in Kielce. Valuable wins were recorded by Jarosław Iwanow, Bartosz Gołębiewski and Damian Durkacz.
“Diablo” Victorious Again. Poles Win in Rzeszów
Krzysztof Włodarczyk unanimously defeated Olanrewaju Durodola in the main event in Rzeszów. Łukasz Różański, Fiodor Czerkaszyn and Przemysław Zyśk also earned victories.Polish champions for 2018 crowned in Karlino
The 89th Polish Senior Championships have concluded in Karlino. Ten finals were held at Homanit Arena, with half ending in split decisions.Poles Better Than Swedes in Słupsk. Tomasz Niedźwiecki Makes Successful Return
Poland’s senior team defeated Sweden 10-6 at Słupsk’s Gryfia Hall. Adrian Kowal, Damian Durkacz, Jakub Kasprzak, Mateusz Goiński and Tomasz Niedźwiecki were among the winners.Poles and Swedes to Test Themselves with Experimental Lineups in Słupsk
Poland will face Sweden in Słupsk. The visitors will bring national champion Adolphe Sylva, while the hosts will field an experimental lineup.Kazakhs and Russians Held Sway in the Finals. Durkacz Takes Silver
Only Damian Durkacz competed on the final day of the 35th Feliks Stamm Tournament. After three wins, the Pole lost a split decision to Kazakh champion Bekdaulet Ibragimov.Durkacz defeats world championships medalist and saves Poles’ honor
19-year-old Damian Durkacz defeated world championships bronze medalist Freudis Rojas to reach the final of the 35th Feliks Stamm Memorial Tournament. The other Poles lost their semifinals.Only Three Poles in the Semifinals of the 35th Feliks Stamm Memorial Tournament
Only three Polish representatives will compete in the semifinals of the 35th Feliks Stamm International Tournament. Damian Durkacz, Mateusz Kostecki and Rafał Perczyński will fight for medals.Damian Durkacz Wins European Championships Bronze
Damian Durkacz unanimously lost his semifinal at the 27th European Youth Championships in Antalya. The Spartan Knurów boxer won a bronze medal.27th European Youth Championships: Russia on top, Poland with one medal
Forty medalists were determined in Antalya at the 27th European Youth Championships. Boxers from 14 countries will compete in the semifinals. Poland has one medal, secured by Damian Durkacz.27th European Youth Championships: Damian Durkacz has a medal, while Dominik Harwankowski will fight for a semifinal place
Damian Durkacz has secured a medal at the 27th European Youth Championships in Antalya. Dominik Harwankowski will fight for a second Polish medal when he bids for a semifinal place on Friday.27th EUBC: Damian Durkacz Reaches Quarterfinals, Eryk Apresyan Eliminated
Damian Durkacz advanced to the quarterfinals of the 27th European Youth Boxing Championships in Antalya. Eryk Apresyan, meanwhile, was eliminated from the tournament.27th EUBC European Championships: Poles begin with defeat. 188 boxers competing for medals in Antalya
A total of 188 boxers have arrived in Antalya to compete in the 27th Men’s Youth European Championships. Seven representatives of Poland are among them.Two Medals for Poland at the 22nd Brandenburg Cup
Poland’s representatives have secured two medals at the highly competitive 22nd International Youth Boxing Tournament “Brandenburg Cup.”Mixed Start for Polish Boxers at the 22nd Brandenburg Cup
Damian Durkacz and Eryk Apresyan won their opening bouts at the 22nd International Youth Boxing Tournament for the Brandenburg Cup. The other three Poles suffered defeats.A Valuable Test for Poland’s Youth National Team in Lutsk
On Saturday, March 25, the youth national teams of Poland and Ukraine met in Lutsk. The hosts won 13–7, although three of the ten bouts ended in draws.5th World Youth Championships: Only Patryk Urbański Wins in St. Petersburg
Three Poles competed on the second day of the 5th World Youth Championships in St. Petersburg. Only Patryk Urbański won, defeating Czech boxer Petr Novak.5th Youth World Championships: Mixed fortunes for Polish boxers in the draw. Soczyński to face Cuban
A total of 351 boxers from 62 countries will compete for medals at the 5th Youth World Championships in St. Petersburg. The Polish fighters have learned their first opponents.Four Polish Medals in Frankfurt. Soczyński Takes Silver After Final
Poland’s young senior squad won one silver and three bronze medals at the 21st International Brandenburg Cup Boxing Tournament in Frankfurt an der Oder.26th Men’s European Youth Championships: Kamil Offman wins a medal and will fight for a place in the final
Poland celebrated a medal at the 26th Men’s European Youth Championships for the second consecutive day. Kamil Offman advanced to the medal stage.26th European Youth Championships: Durkacz, Apresyan and Soczyński victorious
Five Poles competed on the second day of the 26th European Youth Championships. Damian Durkacz, Eryk Apresyan and Michał Soczyński won, while Patryk Urbański and Radosław Kawczak were eliminated.26th EUBC European Youth Championships: Damian Durkacz Fights for Quarterfinal Spot, Warda and Białas Eliminated
Three Poles competed on the opening day of the 26th European Youth Championships in Anapa. Damian Durkacz won, while Karol Warda and Konrad Białas bowed out of the tournament.10th Junior World Championships: Eryk Apresyan One Step Away from the Medal Zone
Two Poles fought in St. Petersburg at the 10th Junior World Championships today. Damian Durkacz lost on points, while Eryk Apresyan advanced to the quarterfinals.10th World Junior Championships: Durkacz and Apresyan win their opening bouts
Damian Durkacz, competing at 54 kg, and Eryk Apresyan, at 66 kg, won their opening bouts at the 10th World Junior Championships in St. Petersburg.Three Polish Defeats at the 10th World Junior Championships
The second day of the 10th World Junior Championships in St Petersburg brought no joy to Poland’s boxers. Oskar Safaryan, Piotr Szczukowski and Mateusz Ramotowski all lost their bouts.19th EJC: Konrad Białas reaches quarterfinals
The 19th edition of the European Junior Championships is underway in Lviv. Poland’s team consists of seven boxers. Konrad Białas has now advanced to the quarterfinals.18th EJC: Poland without medals. Third tournament in a row without a podium finish
Damian Durkacz and Filip Foryś lost their quarterfinal bouts at the 18th European Junior Championships. For the third consecutive time, Poland will finish the tournament without a medal.Durkacz and Foryś reach European Junior Championships quarterfinals
Damian Durkacz and Filip Foryś won their bouts at the 18th European Junior Championships in Anapa. Both Polish representatives advanced to the quarterfinals.18th European Junior Championships: Piotr Szczukowski loses split decision. Who will the remaining Poles face?
The 18th European Junior Championships have begun in Anapa. Poland is represented by six boxers. First up was Piotr Szczukowski, who lost a split decision to Ukraine’s Vadym Baluba.
Who Will Coach Hussars Poland? Kornilov, Gmitruk and Różański in the Running
Valery Kornilov, who recently took charge of Poland’s Olympic team, is one of the candidates to work with Hussars Poland, who compete in the WSB league.