Hungary - 2026 Laszlo Papp Was Born 100 Years Ago (MNH)
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Magyar Posta is marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of László Papp (1926–2003) by issuing a commemorative stamp. The stamp pays tribute to the Hungarian boxer and three-time Olympic champion, who gained international renown, bringing prestige to his country and his sport.
László Papp began his amateur sports career at the Vasutas Sports Club in Budapest, then moved on to Budapest Bástya, and ended it at Budapest Vasas SC. Between 1946 and 1956, he won seven national championships. He was European amateur champion twice. Papp won as a middleweight at the 1948 London Olympics, and as a welterweight in Helsinki in 1952 and Melbourne in 1956. He also achieved great repute internationally with his unprecedented feat of being the first boxer to win three consecutive Olympic gold medals.
He is still highly regarded today as one of the greatest names in boxing history. During his professional career from 1957 onwards, Papp became the European champion, and was undefeated in 29 matches, winning 27 and drawing two. After his retirement, he worked as a coach and sports manager.