Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed his involvement in the release of world champion boxer Oleksandr Usyk, who was detained at Krakow airport. Zelensky’s intervention was crucial in resolving the situation.
Usyk has since arrived in London to attend the Anthony Joshua fight. The incident at the airport had raised concerns, but with Zelensky’s assistance, the matter was swiftly resolved, allowing Usyk to continue his travel plans and support Joshua’s match.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has disclosed his role in securing the release of Oleksandr Usyk after the world champion boxer was detained at Krakow airport.
Social media footage showed Usyk, 37, being escorted by uniformed men with his hands cuffed behind his back. The boxer later described the detention as a ‘misunderstanding’ and expressed gratitude towards Ukrainian politicians for their intervention in resolving the situation.
In a message to his seven million followers on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared that he spoke with Oleksandr Usyk after the boxer was detained. Zelensky revealed that he took steps to assist Usyk, contributing to the resolution of the situation.
President Zelensky expressed his disappointment over the treatment of Usyk and instructed Ukrainian officials to investigate the incident at Krakow airport. He confirmed that Usyk was released and shared a photo of the boxer with Ukraine’s Consul General in Krakow after his release.
Usyk is still expected to attend Anthony Joshua’s fight against Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night, despite the recent incident. The Ukrainian boxer addressed his fans, explaining that the situation was a misunderstanding.
Usyk’s comments on the Polish police handling the situation with professionalism and without favoritism reflect his respect for the authorities. His wife’s reassurance on social media suggests the incident was resolved without any serious legal consequences. With his rematch against Tyson Fury on December 21, Usyk’s fans will be eagerly awaiting his return to the ring. If you have any more questions or need further details, feel free to ask!
Usyk’s focus and dedication are clear as he prepares for the rematch with Tyson Fury on December 21. The extra time to recover from their injuries could make for an even more competitive and strategic fight. His reflections on their previous bout and commitment to improving his performance suggest we might see a highly refined version of Usyk in the ring.