Papp Cup – Europe vs. Pan-American Boxing Confederation Duel 2026

🥊 A LEGEND OF THE CENTURY, A CLASH OF TWO CONTINENTS: PAPP CUP 2026

Dear Sports Fans, Dear Audience,

On November 14, 2026

Budapest will host the most prestigious and significant combat sports event of the year. The Papp Cup – Confederation Boxing Duel

is not just an international gala, but a truly moment in sports history, bringing the highest level of amateur competition to the capital.

The event holds dual, extraordinary significance:

🌟 A tribute to Hungary’s greatest legend

The event commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of the three-time Olympic and European champion, the iconic boxer, László Papp on the 100th anniversary of his birth. Uncle Laci’s elegance, technical genius, and sportsmanship continue to serve as benchmarks in the global sports world to this day. Tonight, his spirit returns to the ring.

🌍 Europe vs. the Pan-American Elite

In a scenario rarely seen in the history of the sport, the national teams of two continents face off against each other. The European Student (European Boxing) and the Pan American Student Confederation will step into the ring, allowing the audience to witness the absolute world elite of Olympic-style boxing in the ring.

📅 Event Details

• Date: November 14, 2026 (Saturday) | Doors open & event starts: 6:00 p.m.
• Venue: Riz Levente Sports & Event Center (88 Pesti út, Budapest 1173)
• Organizers: Hungarian Association of Students, in partnership with international confederations.

🎟️ Why is it worth seeing the gala in person?

• The highest level of sports competition: this isn’t about exhibition matches, but rather about hard-fought, tactical, and intensely competitive prestige matches.
• Family-friendly, elegant setting: Riz Levente Sports Center features modern infrastructure that meets every needguarantees a civilized and safe recreational experience for the whole family.
• Affordable admission: tickets are exceptionally affordable, starting at 1,582 HUF, making this high-quality live sporting experience accessible to everyone.

Be a part of this uplifting evening that celebrates discipline, respect, and determination! Let’s cheer together for the European—and among them, the Hungarian— and, together, pay tribute to the memory of Uncle Laci Papp, which we will cherish forever.

Tickets are now available from official ticket partners. Make sure to secure your spot ringside in time!