May 20, 2024, 8:17 AM
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Oleksandr Usyk makes history by defeating Tyson Fury in a tearful victory

Highlights
  • Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 25 years
  • Tyson Fury's defeat marked by split decision and Usyk breaking down in tears after the win
  • Eddie Hearn calls Fury 'very lucky' to survive ninth round against Usyk
Story

Oleksandr Usyk won a big boxing match against Tyson Fury. He became the first heavyweight world champion with all the titles in 25 years. Usyk was emotional and cried when he talked about missing his father. He said he didn't want to talk about boxing after training hard for nine months. Usyk will fight Fury again in October. Usyk started strong in the fight, but Fury showed off in the middle rounds. Usyk knocked Fury down in the ninth round and won by a small margin. People on Twitter said Fury lost because he was too focused on showing off. Fury admitted he was having fun in the ring. Eddie Hearn thought Fury was lucky to survive the ninth round. Usyk went to the hospital after the fight because he had a broken jaw. Fans saw a great fight in Saudi Arabia. Fury said he wanted a rematch because he believed he did enough to win. Usyk also said he won the fight and was happy to welcome Fury to the Undisputed Heavyweight club. Fury confirmed he will fight Usyk again. Usyk didn't agree to the rematch right away. The fight might not be for all the titles because of the rules in boxing. Usyk said the fight was a big opportunity for him and his country, Ukraine.

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