Filip Hrgovic is a Croatian professional boxer. He made an excellent amateur record of 74 wins and 15 losses. He won a gold medal at the 2015 European Amateur Boxing Championships. He later won a bronze medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics. He fights in the heavyweight or super heavyweight division. He turned professional in 2017 and has compiled a 10-0 record in professional boxing. He won the vacant WBC International heavyweight championship in 2018. He currently ranks at No. 8 in the world boxing.
What is Filip Hrgovic Famous For?
- Won a gold medal at the 2015 European Amateur Boxing Championships.
- WBC International heavyweight champion
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Where is Filip Hrgovic Born?
Filip Hrgovic was born on 4 June 1992. His birth place is in Zagreb in Croatia. He holds Croatian nationality. He was born to parents, Petar (father), and Iva (mother). His father is Bosnian and Herzegovinan and works for Croatian Motorways. His mother is a native Croatian and is a graduate in kinesiology. He has 4 siblings. Information about his siblings will be updated soon. Hrgovic was overweight in his childhood and faced several bullies and troubles. He took basketball to lose his weight. He even won the national championship with his club Dubrava. He retired from basketball after his back and knee injuries. He then briefly took swimming.
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Filip Hrgovic Amateur Career
- Hrgovic started boxing at the age of 13. He trained under the tutelage of coach Leonardo Pijetraj in his home district of Sesvete in Zagreb.
- He won a gold medal in the super-heavyweight at AIBA Youth World Boxing Championship in 2010.
- He became a runner up in Croatian Senior Boxing Championship in 2010.
- He then went on to become a Croatian Senior Boxing Champion for 6 consecutive years in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016.
- As a member of the Paris United Team, he won WSB Season I.
- As a member of the Astana Arlans team, he won WSB Season III and V.
- He compiled a record of 26-4.
- He was the man credited for the cancellation of the David Haye vs Tyson Fury fight in 2013. He had cut Haye in a sparring session.
- AIBA named Hrgovic March Boxer of the Month in 2015.
- Hrgovic won the bronze medal in the men's super heavyweight category at the 2016 Summer Olympics. Tony Yoka of France narrowly defeated Hrgovic in the semi-finals.
- The President of Croatia awarded Hergovic with Order of Danica Hrvatska with the face of Franjo Bucar after the 2016 Olympics.
Filip Hrgovic Amateur Honor
- 2016 Summer Olympics - Bronze
- 2016 EUBC Golden Belt - Silver
- 2016 43. Chemistry Cup - Gold
- 2016 60. Istvan Bocskai Memorial - Gold
- 2015 European Amateur Boxing Championships - Gold
- 2015 WSB Season V Champion (As a member of Astana Arlans team)
- 2013 WSB Season III Champion (As a member of Astana Arlans team)
- 2012 WSB Super Heavyweight World Champion 91+ kg
- 2011, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 Croatian Senior Boxing Championship +91 kg - Gold
- 2011 WSB Season I Champion (As a member of Paris United team)
- 2010 Laszlo Papp Memorial - Silver
- 2010 2. AIBA Youth World Championships - Gold
- 2010 20. Croatian Senior Boxing Championship +91 kg - Silver
- 2010 Croatian Youth Boxing Championship - Gold
- 2009 Franko Blagonjic Youth Memorial Tournament - Silver
- 2009 Croatian Youth Boxing Championship +91 kg - Silver
- 2008 Croatian Junior Boxing Championship +86 kg
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Filip Hrgovic Professional Career
- Hrgovic turned professional in September 2017.
- He defeated Raphael Zumbano of Brazil in his professional debut.
- He then signed a deal with Sauerland Promotions.
- He was shortlisted for The Ring magazine Prospect of the Year award after compiling a 5-0 record in 2018.
- He fought in his native Zagreb for the first time in September 2018 where he defeated veteran heavyweight Amir Mansour. With the victory over Mansour, he won the vacant WBC International heavyweight title.
- In 2019, he had signed a co-promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn.
- He defeated another veteran Kevin Johnson in 2019.
- He made his US debut against Gregory Corbin in May 2019. He defended his WBC title against Corbin via 1 round knockout.
- He made his Mexico debut against Mario Heredia in August 2019. He defeated Heredia via 3rd round knockout and successfully defended his WBC title.
- His most notable win to date is his win over Eric Molina in December 2019. He defended his WBC title against Molina with a third-round knockout.
Filip Hrgovic Professional Title
- WBC International heavyweight title (2018)
Filip Hrgovic Honors
- Order of Danica Hrvatska with the face of Franjo Bucar - 2016
- The award for the sportsman of Zagreb - 2015
- Franjo Bucar State Award for Sport - 2015
Source: Instagram@Filip_hrgovic
Who is Filip Hrgovic Married to?
Filip Hrgovic is a married man. He is married to Marinela Caja. The couple started dating somewhere in 2013 and had got engaged in 2018. The couple got married on 1 June 2020, 3 days before Filip's 27th birthday.
How Tall is Filip Hrgovic?
Filip Hrgovic stands at a height of 1.98 m i.e. 6 feet and 6 inches tall. He has an athletic body build. His eye color is dark brown and his hair color is black.
What is Filip Hrgovic Net Worth?
Filip Hrgovic is a professional boxer who has a 10-0 boxing record as of June 2020. His major income comes from his boxing career. His total income is the combination of salaries, prize money, contracts, and endorsements. He signed a co-promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn in 2019. His salary and net worth are under review. It will be updated soon.
