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Tomasz Adamek

Tomasz Adamek was born on 1 December 1976 in Żywiec. He is a Polish professional boxer and former world champion in the light heavyweight (WBC) and cruiserweight (IBF) divisions. Adamek became famous for his remarkable fighting spirit, strong character and iron chin, which earned him the nickname „Góral” (the Highlander). During his career he also fought at heavyweight, facing rivals such as Vitali Klitschko and Chris Arreola. After ending his sporting career, Adamek remained active in the media and is regarded as one of the most outstanding Polish boxers.

Tomasz Adamek

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Unsuccessful Return to Chicago. Adamek Knocked Out by Miller

Unsuccessful Return to Chicago. Adamek Knocked Out by Miller

Tomasz Adamek (53-6, 31 KOs) left a proud mark on Polish boxing history, but had little to say against the 140-plus-kilogram Jarrell Miller.
07.10.2018
Adamek, Masternak and Balski victorious at PBN gala in Częstochowa

Adamek, Masternak and Balski victorious at PBN gala in Częstochowa

Tomasz Adamek knocked out Joey Abell in the main event of the Polsat Boxing Night gala in Częstochowa. Mateusz Masternak, Adam Balski and the other home fighters also won.
21.04.2018
Adamek Still Victorious. No Shortage of Excitement in Częstochowa

Adamek Still Victorious. No Shortage of Excitement in Częstochowa

Tomasz Adamek unanimously defeated Fred Kassi in the main event of the “Night of Warriors” gala in Częstochowa. Fans also saw several other intriguing bouts.
18.11.2017
Adamek and Głowacki victorious in Gdańsk. Masternak waged a great battle with Sillakh

Adamek and Głowacki victorious in Gdańsk. Masternak waged a great battle with Sillakh

Tomasz Adamek defeated Solomon Haumono in the main event of Polsat Boxing Night VII in Gdańsk. Krzysztof Głowacki and Mateusz Masternak also claimed victories.
24.06.2017
Molina Knocked Out Adamek in the PBN Main Event in Krakow. Cieslak Shone Again

Molina Knocked Out Adamek in the PBN Main Event in Krakow. Cieslak Shone Again

Eric Molina knocked out Tomasz Adamek in the main event of Polsat Boxing Night in Krakow. Michal Cieslak also impressed, stopping Francisco Palacios.
02.04.2016
Tomasz Adamek: I can’t turn back time, but I still won’t give up

Tomasz Adamek: I can’t turn back time, but I still won’t give up

Tomasz Adamek is not ready to retire. If his health allows, he will return to the ring in Poland on April 2. He still dreams of fighting for a world title.
28.01.2016
Saleta injured, Adamek victorious again. Wins for Sęk, Brodnicka, Cieślak, Miszkiń and Szeremeta

Saleta injured, Adamek victorious again. Wins for Sęk, Brodnicka, Cieślak, Miszkiń and Szeremeta

Tomasz Adamek stopped Przemysław Saleta in the main event of Polsat Boxing Night. Sęk, Brodnicka, Cieślak, Miszkiń and Szeremeta also recorded victories.
26.09.2015
Tomasz Adamek: Slowly, it’s time to fade into the background

Tomasz Adamek: Slowly, it’s time to fade into the background

Tomasz Adamek has not ruled out returning to the ring, but only for very good money. After losing to Artur Szpilka, he admits that his best days are probably behind him.
13.11.2014
Szpilka outpointed Adamek in Krakow. Proksa and Chudecki knocked out

Szpilka outpointed Adamek in Krakow. Proksa and Chudecki knocked out

Artur Szpilka defeated Tomasz Adamek on points in the main event of Polsat Boxing Night III in Krakow. The card also featured knockouts by Michał Syrowatka and Maciej Sulęcki.
09.11.2014
Gmitruk backs Adamek and Sulęcki to win

Gmitruk backs Adamek and Sulęcki to win

Andrzej Gmitruk, former trainer of Tomasz Adamek and current coach of Maciej Sulęcki, assesses both fighters’ chances ahead of Saturday’s Polsat Boxing Night gala.
08.11.2014
Grzegorz Proksa: We Have a Self-Proclaimed Champion and an Old Fox

Grzegorz Proksa: We Have a Self-Proclaimed Champion and an Old Fox

Grzegorz Proksa makes no secret of wanting to defeat Maciej Sulęcki. The boxer says he will prove to his opponent on Saturday that he is not as good as he thinks he is.
07.11.2014
Adamek–Szpilka: bloody brawl or execution?

Adamek–Szpilka: bloody brawl or execution?

Ahead of Tomasz Adamek’s clash with Artur Szpilka, we asked Przemysław Saleta to assess both boxers. His verdict may come as a surprise: the gap between them is minimal.
06.11.2014
Tomasz Adamek: Let Artur pray…

Tomasz Adamek: Let Artur pray…

Tomasz Adamek is healthy, well prepared and calm ahead of his bout with Artur Szpilka. He talks about training, faith and why he agreed to face a fellow countryman.
29.10.2014
Artur Szpilka: I’m learning Adamek by heart

Artur Szpilka: I’m learning Adamek by heart

On November 8 in Krakow, Tomasz Adamek will face Artur Szpilka. Some 18,000 fans are expected. Szpilka has begun sparring and says he is in the best shape of his career.
10.10.2014
Roger Bloodworth: Adamek still has several fights ahead of him

Roger Bloodworth: Adamek still has several fights ahead of him

Three years after losing to Vitali Klitschko, Tomasz Adamek is preparing to fight Artur Szpilka. Roger Bloodworth believes “The Mountaineer” can still beat the best heavyweights.
15.09.2014
Tomasz Adamek: Provocations Have Nothing to Do with Fighting. I Don’t Talk—I Deliver

Tomasz Adamek: Provocations Have Nothing to Do with Fighting. I Don’t Talk—I Deliver

Tomasz Adamek is unconcerned by his loss to Vyacheslav Glazkov or Artur Szpilka’s provocations. He says he is rested, fast and ready for his next challenge.
09.09.2014
Artur Szpilka: I intend to fight differently than before

Artur Szpilka: I intend to fight differently than before

Artur Szpilka says he will display a completely different style of boxing against Tomasz Adamek. The Wieliczka native also stresses that he respects his opponent.
09.09.2014
Tomasz Adamek on a fight with Szpilka: I don't care

Tomasz Adamek on a fight with Szpilka: I don't care

Talks over a fight between Tomasz Adamek and Artur Szpilka have begun, but only the younger boxer's representatives took part. Adamek knows his terms and is calmly waiting to see what happens.
03.07.2014
Szpilka vs. Adamek in October? The idea is there, but no agreement

Szpilka vs. Adamek in October? The idea is there, but no agreement

Tomasz Adamek and Artur Szpilka could meet on October 18 at Łódź’s Atlas Arena. Polsat supports the idea, but an agreement remains a long way off.
20.06.2014
Tomasz Adamek wants an opponent who will stand and fight

Tomasz Adamek wants an opponent who will stand and fight

Tomasz Adamek is returning to boxing after an unsuccessful bid for the European Parliament. The former world champion has announced a fight in Poland on October 18.
13.06.2014
Colonna Predicts Fonfara Will Knock Out Stevenson

Colonna Predicts Fonfara Will Knock Out Stevenson

Sam Colonna will guide a Polish fighter into a world title fight for the fifth time. The trainer believes Andrzej Fonfara will knock out Adonis Stevenson and claim the WBC belt.
22.05.2014
Glazkov Thanks “Highlander” for a Tough Fight

Glazkov Thanks “Highlander” for a Tough Fight

Vyacheslav Glazkov comfortably defeated Tomasz Adamek, taking an important step toward a world title fight. The Ukrainian thanked the Pole for a demanding bout.
19.03.2014
Pole Against Pole. Will Adamek Face Włodarczyk?

Pole Against Pole. Will Adamek Face Włodarczyk?

Tomasz Adamek’s loss to Vyacheslav Glazkov may mean the end of the Góral’s dreams of another title shot. What comes next for the former two-division champion?
18.03.2014
Gmitruk: Tomek should make his own decision, not listen to advisers

Gmitruk: Tomek should make his own decision, not listen to advisers

“Roger Bloodworth’s words surprise me,” says Andrzej Gmitruk, Tomasz Adamek’s former trainer. In his view, the Pole was switched to a style ill-suited to his fight with Vyacheslav Glazkov.
17.03.2014
Dariusz Michalczewski: Adamek should retire

Dariusz Michalczewski: Adamek should retire

Many experts assessed Tomasz Adamek’s Saturday defeat by Vyacheslav Glazkov. Dariusz Michalczewski believes “The Highlander” should retire before his career is reduced to mere scraps.
17.03.2014
Glazkov outpointed Adamek after a hard-fought battle. Is this the end of “The Highlander’s” career?

Glazkov outpointed Adamek after a hard-fought battle. Is this the end of “The Highlander’s” career?

In the main event in Bethlehem, Vyacheslav Glazkov unanimously defeated Tomasz Adamek on points. The Ukrainian scored the biggest win of his career, while the Pole may end his boxing journey.
16.03.2014
Sauerland: Adamek Can’t Expect a Fight with Klitschko

Sauerland: Adamek Can’t Expect a Fight with Klitschko

Kalle Sauerland believes Kubrat Pulev, not Tomasz Adamek, should face Wladimir Klitschko in the mandatory defense of the IBF heavyweight title.
15.03.2014
Will Wladimir Klitschko Be Tomasz Adamek’s Opponent as Early as 2014?

Will Wladimir Klitschko Be Tomasz Adamek’s Opponent as Early as 2014?

First Vyacheslav Glazkov, then Wladimir Klitschko? If Kathy Duva’s words prove accurate, Tomasz Adamek could get a second chance to win the heavyweight world title later this year.
12.03.2014
Wiaczesław Głazkow: Adamek is all that matters to me

Wiaczesław Głazkow: Adamek is all that matters to me

Wiaczesław Głazkow is not dwelling on his canceled fight with Tomasz Adamek. The Ukrainian believes his bout with Garrett Wilson helped him prepare better for the fight with the Pole.
21.02.2014
Adamek: For me, the only champion is Wladimir Klitschko

Adamek: For me, the only champion is Wladimir Klitschko

Tomasz Adamek is not interested in the vacant WBC title. If he is to fight for a world championship, it will only be against Wladimir Klitschko, whom he considers the best heavyweight.
20.02.2014
Adamek–Glazkov fight will not take place on Saturday

Adamek–Glazkov fight will not take place on Saturday

Egis Klimas confirmed that Tomasz Adamek will not fight Vyacheslav Glazkov on Saturday. The Ukrainian is expected to face another opponent.
14.11.2013
Tomasz Adamek: Final Preparations and Last Sparring Sessions

Tomasz Adamek: Final Preparations and Last Sparring Sessions

Two weeks of preparation remain before the fight. Tomasz Adamek says sparring is going according to plan and that his partners are carrying out the coach’s instructions very well.
31.10.2013
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