Introduction
Step into the world of boxing with this exclusive interview featuring Loris Baldacci, a dedicated athlete whose journey from the soccer fields of Rimini to the boxing ring shows remarkable passion and resilience. In this interview, we explore Loris’ early life, his transition into boxing, memorable victories, and his mindset ahead of a highly anticipated international matchup. Discover what drives his competitive spirit, the lessons he’s learned from his toughest opponents, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. Whether you’re a boxing fan or new to sport, Loris’ insights offer a compelling look at the heart and discipline required to succeed in the ring.
Q&A
FightMatrix: Where did you grow up and what was your youth like?
Loris Baldacci: I grew up in Rimini, a seaside city…. Before starting boxing, I played football in the youth team of F.C. Rimini Calcio
FM: What age did you begin boxing? Why did you become a boxer?
LB: I started boxing at 18 because football didn’t give me the adrenaline rush I was looking for.
FM: How did it feel once you knocked out Jens Buddenbohm at the Masters Cup in 2023? Did you feel that you controlled most of the matchup well? Please explain.
LB: In the first round I studied my opponent to understand his weak points… in the second round I understood where to enter with the right shots to decide the match… and it went well… winning before the limit is always nice but as a rule you always try to box, I’m not looking for a knockout.
FM: On November 15, 2025, in Markt Erlbach, Germany, there will be a Master boxing event with Germany vs. England. You are one of the competitors in the main event, and your opponent is Rafal Kwiatkowski. How do you feel about this upcoming matchup?
LB: It will be a high-level match…..We are both physically similar and we both like to exchange blows…..it will be a match not to be missed.
FM: What has training and boxing instilled in you and has this helped to reshape your values?
LB: Boxing has taught me to believe more in myself and to respect my opponent. Boxing training is hard. It requires concentration and dedication, but that’s not why it’s called “the noble art.”
FM: Which opponent have you learned the most from studying and being in the boxing ring with?
LB: The WBF/AMB World Championship – The Kazakh challenged me a lot, he had a lot of experience…but in the end I won almost every round with one knockdown in the second round.
FM: In the boxing industry, who are some athletes that you have followed closely, to learn from their skillset and techniques? What makes the athletes that you have mentioned worthy of studying?
LB: I was lucky enough to train with Matteo Signani (EBU European Pro Champion) and Manfredonia Valentino (Captain of the Italian National Team at the 2016 Rio Olympics) …. Just by watching them box I learned a lot…
FM: What do you want your legacy to consist of?
LB: To win all the Masters theme songs!
FM: Is there any additional information that you would like your fans and our audience to know about you?
LB: I thank everyone who follows me…. I will always give my heart and soul to win…
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I have been a fan and avid viewer of all combat sports for decades. I was once a Judoka, which is what eventually piqued my interest in Mixed Martial Arts. I have been a spectator of the UFC since 2001. For 25 years I’ve worked in healthcare, and now am trying to make something that was a hobby, into a full-time endeavor.