Age, Biography and Wiki

Hugo Porta was born on 11 July, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is an Argentine rugby player. Discover Hugo Porta's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 72 years old?

Popular As Hugo Porta
Occupation Architect
Age 72 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 11 July, 1951
Birthday 11 July
Birthplace Buenos Aires, Argentina
Nationality Argentina

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 11 July. He is a member of famous Architect with the age 72 years old group.

Hugo Porta Height, Weight & Measurements

At 72 years old, Hugo Porta height is 175 cm .

Physical Status
Height 175 cm
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Not Available
Sibling Not Available
Children Not Available

Hugo Porta Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Hugo Porta worth at the age of 72 years old? Hugo Porta’s income source is mostly from being a successful Architect. He is from Argentina. We have estimated Hugo Porta's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income Architect

Hugo Porta Social Network

Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Wikipedia Hugo Porta Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

1951

Hugo Porta (born 11 September 1951) is an Argentine retired rugby union player, an inductee of both the International Rugby Hall of Fame and IRB Hall of Fame, and one of the best fly-halves the sport has seen.

1970

During the 1970s and 1980s, he played 58 times for Los Pumas, captaining them on 34 occasions, including leading them during the first World Cup in 1987.

1971

Porta made his international debut in 1971.

Porta made his debut for Argentina on 10 October 1971 against Chile in the starting line up.

He earned another three caps that year in games against Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.

The following year Argentina played two games against the South African Springboks in Buenos Aires.

Porta played seven times for the national team the following season, including matches against Romania as well as Ireland and Scotland XVs (non-cap).

1974

During the 1974 and 75 seasons, Argentina played four Tests against France.

1976

In 1976 games were also played against Welsh and New Zealand XVs (non-cap).

1977

Porta became the national captain in 1977, and in his first game in charge, led the Pumas against France.

Argentina lost 3–26, with Porta getting Argentina's only points through a penalty goal.

However, in the following match, the nations drew 18-all, Hugo providing all of Argentina's points through six penalties, as, for France, did Jean-Michel Aguirre, who also kicked six penalties.

1978

Porta led Argentina in two matches during October 1978; against an England XV (non-cap) and Italy.

The following season he led the Pumas against a New Zealand XV (non-cap) in a two match series.

1979

On 27 October 1979 Porta led Argentina to a victory over Australia in Buenos Aires, winning 24–13.

Porta kicked two conversions, one penalty and three drop goals to contribute 18 points during the match.

Although the following leg was lost 12–17, the win became a landmark for Argentina.

1980

Porta captained the South American Jaguars on three tours of South Africa between 1980 and 1984.

Following the 1980 South America tour, Porta led Argentina to two victories over Fiji, and drew with England in 1981.

1982

During the second South America tour in 1982 South America won the second of the two internationals in Bloemfontein, with Porta scoring all of the 21 points in the victory.

1983

Argentina also defeated Australia 18-3 in Brisbane at Ballymore in 1983.

1984

Another South American tour took place in 1984.

1985

His best performances came in the late 1970s and early 1980s, with 1977 draw with France, the Pumas' 1979 24–13 win against Australia, and a 21–21 tie with the All Blacks on 2 November 1985.

Argentina also defeated France 24-16 in June 1985.

Following a 20–33 loss to the All Blacks that October, the famous 21–21 draw happened on 2 November, with Porta kicking four penalties and three drop goals for 21 points.

Porta is the only Argentine player to have represented the South African Barbarians Club.

1987

Porta led Argentina to the 1987 World Cup, at the age of 36 and retired after the tournament.

In their first pool match they lost to Fiji 28–9.

The following game saw Argentina win, defeating Italy 25–16.

They were defeated 46–15 by the All Blacks in the last game.

1990

He came out of retirement briefly in 1990 to play games against Ireland, England and Scotland.

1991

In 1991 he was appointed Argentine Ambassador to South Africa by President Carlos Menem, and in 1994 became Argentina's Minister for Sport.

2000

In 2000 his car was carjacked by thieves in Buenos Aires, but they returned his vehicle after reading whose car they had stolen in the newspapers.

2007

In September 2007 Will Carling, the renowned English Rugby Union captain included Porta among his list of top ten rugby players af all time.

Former Australian flyhalf Mark Ella wrote of Porta that, "I've never played against a better five-eighth."

2018

In December 2018, Porta was elected as president of Argentine sports club Banco Nación, where he spent his entire career as player.

Porta was born in Buenos Aires.

He played football (soccer) and almost signed for Boca Juniors but then changed to rugby union, joining Banco Nación.