Beterbiev explained why he doesn't shake hands with his opponents

Alexandr Ormanji Feb. 18, 2025, 7:18 a.m.

Artur Beterbiev, absolute world champion in the light heavyweight division, explained why he does not shake hands with his opponents before the fight.

"It's very simple. For example, we have a fight tomorrow and you want to beat me. You want to hit me as hard as you can. So why should I shake hands?" - said Beterbiev in an interview with DAZN.

Recall, already on February 22, Beterbiev will hold a rematch with Dmitry Bivol.

Watch this story: Bivol and Beterbiev exchange remarks before the rematch

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