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Family inspiration
Oleksandr Usyk, the Ukrainian WBA, IBF, and WBO champion, is drawing inspiration from legendary Cossack warlord Ivan ‘The Wolf’ Sirko as he prepares to face Tyson Fury in a blockbuster showdown for the undisputed heavyweight title.
Devotion to his roots
Usyk, a proud Cossack, honors his ancestors through traditional customs and attributes his strength to the legacy of Sirko, a revered 1600s military leader immortalized in Cossack folklore.
Family support
Usyk's wife, Yekaterina, plays a crucial role in his career, never missing any of his 21 professional fights. Her presence ringside provides him with strength and motivation, especially as they welcome their new baby, Maria.
Money is secondary
Despite the potentially massive payday for the Fury fight, Usyk remains focused on his goal of becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion, emphasizing that money is merely a byproduct of his passion for boxing.
Yekaterina shares glimpses of their life on Instagram, where she has a following of 21.5k fans, showcasing their journey both inside and outside the ring.
