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Britain's boxing star will be upgraded to WBO heavyweight champion after Oleksandr Usyk chose to vacate his title

This follows after Ukrainian fighter informed the World Boxing Organisation he would not proceed with a required championship defense against the British challenger

Official Announcement

The WBO stated that Usyk had "elected to relinquish his championship following careful thought"

The Ukrainian maintains the WBA, WBC and IBF heavyweight titles, having overcome Daniel Dubois at the famous London venue in July to become a double undisputed champion

He originally secured the complete unified champion in last year by beating Tyson Fury, before vacating another belt five weeks later and choosing to avoid the mandatory challenger

"WBO president Olivieri praised the Ukrainian fighter in a announcement"

"The organization offers its deep appreciation and respect to Oleksandr Usyk, an perfect record holder across weight classes"

"His achievements mark one of the most extraordinary and historic of the contemporary boxing period"

The organization continued that its organization will always welcome the fighter and his management"

Title Reign

The champion captured the WBO belt in two years ago by defeating Anthony Joshua and went on to successfully defend multiple times

In mid-year, the boxing organization mandated talks for a obligatory championship fight against New Zealand's Parker, only for a champion's back problem to force the postponement of the fight

British Fighter's Journey

But Wardley, captured the temporary championship from his opponent with a major surprise in the 11th round at the famous London arena recently and was mandated to face Usyk before the month's conclusion

The championship body still needs to verify the title change but his manager Warren believes it is a done deal

"The UK has a fresh boxing champion and a new star of the sport"

"One of the most incredible stories throughout my decades as a boxing representative and I could not be prouder of Fabio Wardley"

"Some huge fights ahead for the coming period as he defends his WBO belt and creates a true legacy in the sport"

Wardley entered the sport relatively late, emerging from the amateur circuit and has had a limited professional record

Future Prospects

• Wardley's expected promotion marks a significant moment in heavyweight boxing
• The champion's choice to relinquish the title opens new opportunities for other contenders
• The boxing world now awaits official confirmation from the boxing organization
• Wardley's story from late starter to world champion continues to capture attention