Usyk claims three honors from The Ring Magazine
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In London, Ukrainian world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk was honored at The Ring magazine awards ceremony, where he received three prestigious awards for 2024.
The event was reported by Tribuna.
On January 11, the first major ceremony of The Ring Awards 2024 took place in London. In previous years, the magazine presented its results through printed or online publications. However, this year marked a significant change, with a grand event featuring numerous boxing stars and an impressive atmosphere.
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Boxers arrived solemnly at the event, with some even engaging in staredowns and hinting at potential future fights. Among the attendees was a Ukrainian boxer who made history as the undisputed world heavyweight champion. This marked the first-ever fight for the undisputed heavyweight title in the four-belt era. Oleksandr Usyk successfully defended his WBA, WBO, and IBF championship belts and aimed to claim the WBC title from Tyson Fury.
Usyk's Awards from The Ring Magazine
- Best Round of the Year: The 9th round of Usyk's first fight against Tyson Fury. In this pivotal moment, the Ukrainian knocked down his British opponent. The fight ultimately ended in a split-decision victory for Usyk, securing him the title of undisputed world heavyweight champion—the first time in 25 years.
At the ceremony, Usyk kept his speech short, promising to return soon.
Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 1 (Round 9) has been awarded the Round of the Year! 🙌#TheRingAwards pic.twitter.com/KEGwTM5JnH
— Boxing on TNT Sports (@boxingontnt) January 11, 2025
- Event of the Year: The first fight between Usyk and Tyson Fury, celebrated as one of the most anticipated boxing matches of the decade.
- Boxer of the Year: The main award of the evening was presented to Usyk for his remarkable achievements in 2024.
In his acceptance speech, Usyk expressed gratitude to God, his team, family, and country.
"This success is very important for my Ukraine," he emphasized.
Oleksandr Usyk thanks "greedy belly" Tyson Fury during his acceptance speech after winning The Ring Male Fighter of the Year award #TheRingAwards pic.twitter.com/8uCqB2oG1G
— Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) January 11, 2025
Usyk also added a touch of humor to the evening by addressing Tyson Fury with a playful remark, calling him a "greedy belly."
"My friend, greedy belly, thank you very much. You are wonderful, my opponent," the Ukrainian boxer said with a smile.
After the official ceremony, Oleksandr Usyk was spotted chatting with fellow boxing star Anthony Joshua.
Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk reuniting at #TheRingAwards
[🎥 @MatchroomBoxing] pic.twitter.com/uuoTMbmALP
— Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) January 11, 2025
2024 was a landmark year for Oleksandr Usyk, solidifying his reputation as one of the greatest boxers of his era.
On the night of May 19, Usyk achieved his first victory over Britain's Tyson Fury, claiming the title of undisputed world heavyweight champion. During the post-fight press conference, Usyk shared an emotional moment, remembering his father, who passed away in 2012.
Later in the year, on the night of December 22, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Usyk defeated Fury for the second time. This time, he secured victory by unanimous decision from the judges. After the fight, Usyk dedicated the win to his mother, reflecting on the significance of the achievement.
