After winning his second match against Tyson Fury, Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk made his way to the ring to pick up a very special box. Soon, Boxer, who Won by Unanimous Decision (Triple 116-112)Hetman Ivan Mazepa of the 17th century raised his historical and unique saber over his head, donated by the Chernihiv Historical Museum in accordance with all regulations.
With this gesture in the ring, Usyk wanted to highlight the Ukrainian people’s struggle for independence. Belongs to this sword shown by Alexander
Mazepa was a Cossack nobleman who fought to reestablish Ukraine’s political and military independence from Russian rule. It became a symbol of Ukrainian nationalism.
Usyk recalled that Ukraine was still at war after being invaded by the Russian army nearly three years ago. Remember that the boxer was in front and described his nightmare. “I saw my enemies running, tanks exploding, houses destroyed,” he said.
