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Oleksandr Usyk - Ukrainian boxer

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Oleksandr Oleksandrovych Usyk, born on 17 January 1987, is a Ukrainian professional boxer who has made significant marks in the boxing world. Known for his exceptional skill and dominance in both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions, Usyk has become one of the most celebrated boxers of his generation. Here is a timeline of his notable career milestones and significant events.
Main Milestones
Birth
17 January 1987
Oleksandr Usyk was born in Simferopol, Crimean Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union. His parents were originally from northern Ukraine, with his mother from the Chernihiv region and his father from Sumy. This marked the beginning of a life that would be filled with athletic achievements and eventual boxing greatness.
Switch to Boxing
2002
At the age of 15, Usyk switched from playing football to boxing. He had been trained at the SC Tavriya Simferopol specialized sports school of Olympic reserve but decided to pursue a career in boxing, a decision that would shape his future significantly.
Amateur Boxing Success
2008
Usyk won the Strandja Cup in 2008 and later that year, he participated in the Olympic Games in Beijing, where he outpointed Yushan Nijiati but lost to Clemente Russo in the quarter-final. This period marked his rise as a promising amateur boxer.
World and Olympic Championships
2011-2012
Usyk won the heavyweight title at the 2011 World Amateur Boxing Championships and followed this success by winning the gold medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. He defeated Artur Beterbiev, Tervel Pulev, and Clemente Russo to secure the gold, solidifying his reputation as a top amateur boxer.
Professional Debut
2013
Usyk turned professional in 2013 and quickly made a name for himself with a series of impressive victories. His professional debut was marked by a technical knockout win against Felipe Romero, setting the stage for his future success.
First World Title
September 17, 2016
Usyk became a world champion by defeating Krzysztof Glowacki to win the WBO world cruiserweight title. This victory was significant as it marked his first major professional title and demonstrated his ability to perform at the highest level.
Undisputed Cruiserweight Champion
July 27, 2018
Usyk won the undisputed cruiserweight championship by defeating Murat Gassiev in the final of the World Boxing Super Series. This achievement made him the first boxer to hold all four major world titles in the cruiserweight division in the 'four-belt era'.
Heavyweight World Titles
September 25, 2021
Usyk defeated Anthony Joshua to win the WBA, IBF, and WBO world heavyweight titles. This victory marked his transition to the heavyweight division and established him as a dominant force in the new weight class.
Defense of Heavyweight Titles and "Ring" Magazine Title
2022
Usyk defended his WBA, IBF, and WBO titles in a rematch against Anthony Joshua and also won the vacant "Ring" magazine title. This solidified his position as one of the top boxers in the world.
Undisputed Heavyweight Champion
May 2024
Usyk defeated Tyson Fury to claim the WBC title and become the undisputed heavyweight champion. This achievement made him the first boxer to hold all four major world titles in both the cruiserweight and heavyweight divisions in the 'four-belt era'.

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