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Usyk immersed Joshua in Ukrainian culture – with songs, dances, and live emotions <\/p>\n

World Champion Oleksandr Usyk, who brought Anthony Joshua to Ukraine, organized a vibrant meeting for him in Lviv. There, they were greeted by stars of the National Selection and colorful songs.<\/p>\n

This is reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing posts from the Instagram page USYK MEDIA.<\/p>\n

More interesting: <\/strong>Why did Usyk bring Joshua to Ukraine and what is known about the historic boxing evening they will attend<\/p>\n

How Usyk showed Joshua Lviv<\/p>\n

Instead of a classic social program, Usyk decided to show his guest the true atmosphere of Ukraine.<\/p>\n

In Lviv, an improvised show with folk motifs was organized for the boxers, featuring Ukrainian songs and lively dances.<\/p>\n

\"\"Usyk and Joshua in Ukraine (photo: instagram.com\/rtfight_com)<\/p>\n

A special atmosphere was created by the participants of the National Selection for “Eurovision” – the group YAGODY. The artists performed ethnic compositions.<\/p>\n

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View this post on Instagram<\/p>\n

Post shared by USYK MEDIA (@usyk.media)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The live sound, traditional motifs, and energy of the performance amazed Joshua. He enthusiastically clapped along to the rhythm of the music and filmed everything on video.<\/p>\n

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View this post on Instagram<\/p>\n

Post shared by USYK MEDIA (@usyk.media)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/p>\n

Usyk himself did not hold back his emotions. He whistled, cheered for the artists, and smiled a lot.<\/p>\n

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View this post on Instagram<\/p>\n

Post shared by USYK MEDIA (@usyk.media)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

It is known that this is Anthony Joshua’s first visit to Ukraine during the full-scale war. Both boxers are expected to be honored guests at the “Rising Stars” boxing evening, where the professional debut of Olympic champion Oleksandr Khyzhniak will take place.<\/p>\n

Recall that Usyk and Joshua have already met twice in the ring, in 2021 and 2022. Both fights ended in victory for the Ukrainian, and now their relationship has transitioned to a friendly format.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Even more interesting<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Usyk appeared on the cover of Vogue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Usyk revealed his plans before retiring<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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