Oleksandr Usyk decided to withdraw from the position of WBO champion in the heavyweight division. This cancellation of the title means that he has lost the status of the undisputed champion in the heavyweight category. The boxer officially announced his decision, and the organization agreed with him. The president of the WBO praised the boxer for his career and expressed gratitude for the cooperation, emphasizing that the doors are always open for collaboration in the future.
Now the new WBO champion in the heavyweight division is Fabio Wardley. This became possible due to Usyk's refusal of the title. Earlier, the Ukrainian boxer was under threat of losing the title due to a demand to present a medical certificate regarding his health after a video where he was dancing. It is also worth noting Usyk's performance at a charity evening where he performed a song together with Ukrainian singer Ivo Bobul, which became popular on social networks.