
Mario Pescante
Mario Pescante is an Italian sports official and former member of the International Olympic Committee, who vocally protested the controversial judging decisions during the 1988 Olympic boxing matches, particularly the bout involving Vincenzo Nardiello. His passionate defense of fair play and integrity in sports has made him a notable figure in discussions about Olympic reforms.
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Mario Pescante is mentioned as a member of the Circolo Canottieri Aniene.
Malagò, Mancini, Ranieri e il Circolo Canottieri Aniene: il potere passa da Roma nord, dove è obbligatorio darsi del «tu»Corriere della Sera·
Italy· 2026-07-29
Mario Pescante was part of the Italian delegation and protested against the judges' decision during the Olympics.
«Verdetto infame. La medaglia è tua». Dopo 35 anni consegna allo sconfitto l'oro del più grande scandalo della boxe olimpica (e di un intrigo di spionaggio)Corriere della Sera·
Italy· 2025-09-07















