Why is Klitschko going to fight at the age of 48? The reason is known

Legendary Ukrainian boxer Volodymyr Klitschko intends to return to professional boxing. Journalists believe that the former world champion can hold a fight with the holder of the IBF belt, Daniel Dubois.

The publication WBN named the main reason for such an act of the Ukrainian – Klitschko wants to break the record of George Foreman, who in 1994 became the oldest super heavyweight champion (45 years old). They remembered the words of Volodymyr, which he said in 2018:

“I train constantly and enjoy sports. I have a huge desire to box, but I don’t know how long I can keep myself in shape. A return to the ring may involve an incredible record.

If I am 46 years old and have enough strength, I would consider breaking the record and becoming the oldest champion in history. Obviously, I’m talking about Foreman. But I still have time to consider everything,” Klitschko said then.

Wladimir Klitschko last appeared in the ring on April 29, 2017, when he lost by knockout to the British Anthony Joshua.