About Philippe Bouvy
Philippe Bouvy was a Belgian boxer.
Philippe Charles Bovy (8 May 1902 – 27 May 1961) was a Belgian boxer and Olympian. He competed in the 1920 Olympic Summer Games in Antwerp. In the Men's featherweight tournament, he was awarded a bye in the Round of 32, defeated Wim Hesterman in the Round of 16, but was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Jean Gachet of France.
Bovy was born in Liège on 8 May 1902.
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Who was Philippe Bouvy?
boxer
When did Philippe Bouvy die?
Philippe Bouvy died on 27 May 1961.
What was Philippe Bouvy's occupation?
Philippe Bouvy was a boxer.
What nationality was Philippe Bouvy?
Philippe Bouvy was Belgian.
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