Karl Ameisbichler

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameKarl•Ameisbichler
Used nameKarl•Ameisbichler
Born25 March 1927 in Klagenfurt, KärntenAUT
Died(Deceased, details unknown)
Measurements172 cm
AffiliationsKlagenfurter AC 1909 — Klagenfurt, KärntenAUT
NOCAustriaAUT

Biography

Austrian boxer Karl Ameisbichler was national heavyweight champion from 1947-50 and therefore selected for the 1948 London Olympics. He was knocked out in his first-round bout by Britain’s Jack Gardner. Ameisbichler turned professional in 1952 and fought 29 bouts until 1956 with a fight record of 14 wins, 13 losses and two draws. He won the Austrian professional title in 1953.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1948 Summer Olympics Boxing AUT Karl Ameisbichler
Heavyweight, Men (Olympic) =9