Italy makes its mark in Warsaw: three golds and the spirit of ItaBoxing

At the World Boxing Cup 2025 in Warsaw, Italy didn’t just show up to win — it showed up to lead. It wasn’t just about medals, it was about presence. Character. Vision. The Italian team brought it all to the ring, and the message couldn’t be clearer: ItaBoxing is here, and it’s strong.

Angela Carini set the tone. Confident, precise, unstoppable. Her match against Poland’s Weronika Dziubek was a clinic: a commanding 5-0 victory that confirmed her as one of the pillars of this national team. She earned that gold with authority. She was key before Warsaw — now she’s even more.

Sirine Charaabi delivered a brilliant performance of her own, shutting down Enkhjargal Munguntsetseg of Mongolia with another clear 5-0 win. Smart, sharp, and composed, Sirine made a statement: she’s not just part of this team — she’s one of its driving forces.

Salvatore Attrattivo stepped into the spotlight in the men’s 50 kg category. His 4-1 win over Battulga Aldarkhishig from Mongolia was more than a result — it was a signal. Salvatore brought heart, control, and real boxing IQ to the ring. That gold wasn’t just deserved — it was earned with grit and promise.

Melissa Gemini, one of the standout names of the tournament, faced a tough opponent in Norway’s Sunniva Hofstad. This time, it wasn’t her hand that was raised — but her silver medal is a testament to the level she’s reached, and the level she’ll return to. Her journey this year is far from over.

Rebecca Nicoli once again showed her value to the squad, bringing home a bronze medal in the 60 kg category. Experience, resilience, and composure — she remains a steady force in the Italian lineup, and Warsaw proved it again.

Alfred Commey also made waves, putting together an excellent campaign before falling to Javokhir Ummataliev of Uzbekistan. He returns with a well-earned silver and plenty of lessons to build on.

Michele Baldassi stood toe-to-toe with Poland’s Pawel Brach in a tight contest that saw the local boxer edge ahead. Meanwhile, Gabriele Guidi Rotani and Gianluigi Malanga gave everything for the team in earlier rounds, contributing their part to this collective success.

Behind the results is a team of professionals who believe in the long game. The squad was led by Head Coach Giovanni De Carolis, with the support of Clemente Russo, Sumbu Kalambay, and Laura Tosti — names that continue to shape the identity of modern Italian boxing.

Next stop: New Delhi. But for now, Warsaw belongs in the books — and in the heart. Because when three golds wear the tricolor, it’s not luck. It’s ItaBoxing.