title: Edelweis Rodriguez
text: # Edelweis Rodriguez
  
  Edelweis Rodriguez (July 20, 1911 – February 22, 1962) was an Italian boxer who competed in the 1932 Summer Olympics.
  
  ## Background
  
  He was born in Rimini in Northern Italy and was known for his short stature but heavy fists, as well as a fantastic guard.
  
  ## Performances
  
  Rodriguez placed third in the 1930 European Championships, boxing at the bantamweight class.
  
  Participating as a flyweight in the 1932 Summer Olympics he was eliminated in the quarter-finals after losing his fight to the upcoming gold medalist István Énekes.
  
  