Gvozdyk - about the defeat to Beterbiev: "It seems to me that our preparation was inadequate"

Alexandr Ormanji Dec. 29, 2025, 6:29 a.m.

Former world light heavyweight champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk recalled his defeat in the match against Artur Beterbiev.

"It seems to me that our preparation was inadequate. Somehow we focused on the wrong things. The necessary physical preparation was lacking. I began to notice it during the camp, and there were misunderstandings with Teddy.

We were supposed to box against a big light heavyweight who fought in cruiserweight as an amateur, but we chose sparring partners from the super middleweight category. How was I supposed to hold him back? The tactical plan was cool, and I did everything right. However, I even said during the camp that I wouldn't be able to carry it out for all 12 rounds because I don't have the physical condition...", - quotes the boxer sport-express.ua

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