Definition
Christophe Tiozzo is a French former professional boxer who competed in the super‑middleweight division and held the World Boxing Council (WBC) super‑middleweight title from 1995 to 1996.
Overview
Born on 28 December 1969 in Nice, France, Tiozzo began his professional boxing career in 1990. Over the course of more than a decade he fought in the super‑middleweight (168 lb) and light‑ heavyweight divisions, amassing a record of over 40 bouts with the majority of his wins coming by knockout. In July 1995 he captured the vacant WBC super‑middleweight championship, becoming one of the few French boxers to win a major world title in that weight class. He successfully defended the title several times before relinquishing it after a loss in 1996. Tiozzo retired from active competition in 2003 and has since been involved in coaching and training younger boxers in France.
Etymology/Origin
The surname “Tiozzo” is of Italian origin, likely derived from the diminutive form of the personal name “Tio” or “Tito.” The name is found among families of Italian descent in the south‑eastern region of France, particularly in the Nice area, reflecting the historic cultural interchange between Italy and the French Riviera.
Characteristics
- Nationality: French
- Born: 28 December 1969, Nice, France
- Weight class: Primarily super‑middleweight (168 lb); occasional light‑heavyweight bouts
- Stance: Orthodox
- Professional record (as listed by boxing databases): Over 40 fights, with the majority of victories by knockout and a handful of losses.
- Notable achievements: WBC super‑middleweight champion (1995–1996); multiple successful title defenses; recognized for technical proficiency and punching power.
Related Topics
- World Boxing Council (WBC): One of the four major organizations that sanction world championship boxing bouts.
- Super‑middleweight boxing: A weight division in professional boxing with a limit of 168 lb (76.2 kg).
- French boxing history: The development of professional boxing in France, which includes other notable champions such as Marcel Cerdan and Jean‑Marc Mormeck.
- Boxing in the 1990s: A period marked by the rise of several prominent super‑middleweight champions and increased global media coverage of the sport.