Galíndez, Víctor

Víctor Galíndez, (born November 2, 1949, Vedia, Argentina—died October 26, 1980, De Mayo), Argentine boxer who held the title of light-heavyweight champion of the World Boxing Association from 1974 to 1978 and again in 1979.

After defeating the American Len Hutchins in 1974 and gaining the title of light-heavyweight champion, Galíndez defended the belt 10 times before losing to the American Mike Rossman in September 1978. Six months later, however, Galíndez regained his title in a brutal rematch with Rossman, who was forced to quit in the 10th round because of a broken hand. Galíndez retired from boxing in 1980 after sustaining two successive knockouts: one by the American Olympic medalist Marvin Johnson, the other by the American Jesse Burnett. His career record was 55 wins (34 by knockout), 9 losses, and 1 draw.

After his retirement, Galíndez’s interests quickly turned to auto racing. He was killed with his teammate, Nito Lizeviche, when, during a race, the two abandoned their car and were struck by another driver. Galíndez was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2002.