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Oleksandr Usyk Defeats Tyson Fury in Historic Heavyweight Clash
Saudi Arabia Hosts First Undisputed Heavyweight Bout in Nearly 25 Years
Usyk Claims Split Decision Victory, Unifying WBA, WBO, WBC, and IBF Titles
In a thrilling match-up that captivated the world, Oleksandr Usyk overcame Tyson Fury by split decision to become the undisputed heavyweight champion for the first time in nearly a quarter of a century. The highly anticipated bout took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where boxing fans witnessed history in the making.
The contest began with cautious exchanges, but Usyk soon established his dominance with his lightning-fast reflexes and precise punches. Fury, known for his powerful physique, struggled to impose his style on the smaller Usyk. As the rounds progressed, Usyk's relentless pace and accuracy began to take its toll.
In the later rounds, Fury rallied and landed a series of heavy blows that tested Usyk's resilience. However, the Ukrainian boxer weathered the storm and regained control of the fight. With every punch, Usyk chipped away at Fury's defenses, accumulating a significant lead by the final bell.
The judges scored the bout 115-111, 116-112, and 113-115 in favor of Usyk, marking a stunning upset. The victory cements Usyk's legacy as one of the greatest heavyweights of all time and makes him the first fighter to hold all four major heavyweight belts (WBA, WBO, WBC, and IBF) since Lennox Lewis in 1999.
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