The World Boxing Council announced Oleksandr Usyk as the best boxer of 2024. The Ukrainian “performed a historic feat” by defeating Briton Tyson Fury in an epic fight on May 18. The WBC said in a statement on Monday, January 6.

This victory not only cemented his status as one of the best boxers of our time, but also made him a simultaneous champion in two weight categories - cruiserweight and heavyweight..

On the night of December 22, Alexander successfully defended his WBC heavyweight title, once again confirming his dominance in the world of boxing.

" These achievements strengthen Usik's legacy as one of the greatest boxers of his generation,"

Let us remind you that on the night of December 22, Focus conducted a live text broadcast of the Usyk-Fury rematch. The Briton intended to knock the Ukrainian out of the heavyweight division and return him back to cruiserweight.

The decision of the three judges was unanimous - they gave the advantage to Alexander Usyk with the same score 116-112. Tyson Fury said the judges gave the Ukrainian a “Christmas present”.