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The Fargo Express

Billy Petrolle

Billy Petrolle was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2000, in the category of historical boxers.

At a glance
SportBoxing Born10-01-1905 Deceased14-05-1983 Weight classlightweight

Profile

The story

Billy Petrolle boxed in the lightweight division. Known by the nickname ‘The Fargo Express’, Billy Petrolle was active in boxing.

In the ring

Fighting style

Boxing stance: orthodox.

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