Briton Tony Belleu announced the end of a professional boxing career after losing to Alexander Usik.

"Undoubtedly, this is the end. I am a world-class boxer, but there is a difference between the world and the elite level ", - said the briton.

Beleu also gave compliments to the Ukrainian champion and wished him success in the future..

"Everyone who meets with Usik will face big problems. Only the best will find a way to beat him..

I tried to do my best. Usik is an exceptional boxer, he is a great champion, he is fantastic..

I have no excuse, he is a terrific fighter.

Usik - the most outstanding person with whom I shared the ring. Alexander, I wish you only the best. You are a great champion ", - quoted Belew Sky Sports.

In the professional ring Tony spent 34 fights: scored 30 wins, three times inferior and once again reduced the fight to a draw.

Recall, on the night of November 11, Usik effectively knocked out Belleu and kept the championship belts on the WBA, WBO, WBC and IBF versions.