Usyk beats Fury by split decision to become 1st undisputed heavyweight champ in 24 years
Oleksandr Usyk has been shorter, lighter and older than all of his opponents since he moved up to the heavyweight division. Usyk's heart and skill are enormous, and he overcame a major size disadvantage against Tyson Fury to become the world's first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years.
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![Oleksandr Usyk lands a right hand against Tyson Fury during their undisputed heavyweight world championship match on Sunday at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A male boxer lands a right punch to the face of his opponent as fans look on.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7208887.1716083668!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/saudi-arabia-boxing-fury-usyk.jpg)
Oleksandr Usyk has been shorter, lighter and older than all of his opponents since he moved up to the heavyweight division. Usyk's heart and skill are enormous, and he overcame a major size disadvantage against Tyson Fury to become the world's first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years.