Oleksandr Usyk, a UKRAINIAN boxing superstar, was so traumatized by Russia's invasion that he gained significant weight.
According to Kateryna Usyk, Usyk claimed he lost 10kg (one and a half stone) in just one week after Vladimir Putin's unjust war against Ukraine.
But that didn't stop Vitali Klitschko, undefeated heavyweight boxer, from joining the army along with Wladimir Klitschko and Vasiliy Lomachenko.
PravdaTUT's Kateryna said that "Sasha lost 10 kg in one week." He was shocked, so shaken, and was distraught. He also saw my actions.
"I said to him: "Sasha, please, people ask, you need support, speak up." He finds it very difficult. He took it in his gut at first.
"Well, let's first say that we have never been in this situation before. This is something that our entire generation couldn't have imagined. It's a surprise.
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To be honest, he doesn’t like doing interviews in peace and normal times. Although it is difficult for him, he still does the interview and says something.
His position is clear. He was always for Ukraine and he will continue to glorify it as long as he is healthy and strong.
He now understands the importance of his fights, so let's just say that he will be able to win even the next one. He believes that every fight is important. However, now that blood has been shed in your country you want to celebrate Ukraine and be proud of it.
"I am so proud to be Ukrainian, and I am from Ukraine!" This is a great thing!
Recently, Usyk was granted permission to leave his homeland in preparation for the rematch against Anthony Joshua. Joshua beat Usyk in September for the heavyweight title.
Eddie Hearn, promoter of the highly anticipated bout, expects it to be held by mid-July.
