Usyk commented on his detention for the first time and said what happened

World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk explained what happened at Krakow Airport as a misunderstanding. On his Instagram, the boxer wrote a short post thanking everyone for their concern.

In addition, Oleksandr paid tribute to the work of Polish security forces. "Friends, everything is fine. There was a misunderstanding that was quickly resolved. I thank everyone who was worried. I thank Ukrainian diplomats for their support. And respect to the Polish law enforcement officers who perform their duties regardless of height, weight, arm span and regalia. Thank God for everything," Usyk wrote.

As OBOZ.UA reported, on the evening of September 17, Usyk was arrested at the Polish airport.

According to the Polish portal Przeglad Sportowy, Usyk was undergoing a special examination at the Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, which is why he was in Poland. Oleksandr cooperates with Dr. Jakub Chitsky, who practices at this academy.

MP Jean Beleniuk posted two videos showing Usyk being taken away by law enforcement officers in handcuffs.

The boxer's wife also commented on the incident.

"Everything is fine, everything is fine! Oleksandr will explain everything later. There is nothing criminal. Good night to everyone," Kateryna wrote on her social media.

On the Internet, Ukrainian fans began to speculate about what caused the detention of the Crimean citizen. There were also traditional memes on the topic.

Serhiy Lapin, Usyk's coach, also reacted to the arrest.

"Do not worry. Everything will be fine. It's just that the customs control service is neglecting its duties," Lapin wrote in a story.

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