Oleksandr Usyk to make a decision on his career by the end of this week

Sergey Lapin: “We may have already seen Oleksandr Usyk in the ring for the last time”

Speaking to Snabbare, Oleksandr Usyk’s team director Sergey Lapin discusses the final chapter for Ukrainian’s career.

“Agit Kabayel is an excellent fighter, a worthy champion and a man we respect. There is nothing personal here. But fights of this magnitude are not made through social media or public pressure.

“Oleksandr has spent his entire career proving who he is. At this stage, the question is no longer what Usyk owes anyone. The question is what kind of event can be built?

“A serious offer, backed by serious people, the right commercial structure, broadcasters and site fee support, is how the biggest fights in the world are made.

“If the numbers and the opportunity make sense for everyone, then everything is possible. We are open to serious business, not noise.

“Nothing personal and nothing emotional will prevent this fight from happening with Agit. But if there is no serious commercial structure behind the fight, then it becomes difficult to justify.

“If the right opportunity presents itself, the fight can happen. If not, there are other paths and other major opportunities available.

“Oleksandr has earned the right to carefully evaluate every option. We are speaking with different parties and considering all opportunities. A decision will be made by the end of this week, and everyone will know where we stand. Clarity is coming very soon.

“But one thing people should remember: when a fighter has achieved everything Oleksandr has achieved, every appearance becomes special. It is possible that fans have already seen him in the ring for the last time. Or maybe there is still one more chapter left. We will know very soon.”