Oleksandr Usyk refuses the WBO title and explains his future plans

Oleksandr Usyk and his career

According to Главком: Oleksandr Usyk, the world heavyweight boxing champion, confirmed that he does not plan to run for president and will focus on his sports career. In May 2025, he won the title of absolute world champion but decided to give up the WBO title, which led to the loss of the absolute champion title.

Usyk is known for his perfect record of 24 wins, 0 losses, and 15 knockouts. He last stepped into the ring in May 2025, when he defeated Daniel Dubois. The World Boxing Organization received an official request from Usyk's team regarding the future of the WBO heavyweight champion title. After careful consideration, Usyk decided to relinquish his champion status.

Politics and future fights

In an interview, Usyk noted that politics is not interesting to him:

“All politics is not interesting to me. I will work for my country” - Oleksandr Usyk

Additionally, the boxer expressed his desire to continue his sports career, specifically, he wants to have a match with Deontay Wilder, whom he considers one of the best heavyweights of the past decade. Usyk stated:

“I am interested in this fight. He is a former world champion, a well-known and very strong boxer” - Oleksandr Usyk

Thus, Oleksandr Usyk continues his sports career, focusing on boxing and planning future matches, despite his refusal of the WBO title.

Usyk's refusal of the WBO title may be related to his strategic decision to focus on key matches in his career that could bring him even greater popularity and financial benefits. The fight with Deontay Wilder could be an important milestone in his career, as both boxers have tremendous potential to create an exciting match that will attract fans' attention all over the world. Usyk, leaving political ambitions behind, is concentrating on achieving new heights in sports and strengthening his status in the boxing world.