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Wladimir Klitschko!

Here are some interesting facts about the Ukrainian professional boxer:

Early Life

• Born on March 25, 1976, in Kiev, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union
• Started boxing at the age of 12 under the guidance of his father, Vladimir Klitschko Sr.

Career

• Turned pro in 1996 and won his first 25 fights, 23 by knockout
• Held the WBO, WBA (Super), and IBF heavyweight titles from 2006 to 2015
• Held the WBA (Super) and IBF heavyweight titles from 2014 to 2015
• Retired in 2017 with a record of 64 wins, 5 losses, and 53 knockouts

Notable Fights

• Defeated Chris Byrd in 2000 to win the WBO heavyweight title
• Defeated Lennox Lewis in 2003 to win the WBC heavyweight title
• Defeated Vitali Klitschko in 2004 to unify the WBA (Super) and IBF heavyweight titles
• Defeated David Haye in 2011 to retain the WBA (Super) and IBF heavyweight titles
• Lost to Tyson Fury in 2015, ending his reign as heavyweight champion

Awards and Recognition

• Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2020
• Named the Ring Magazine Fighter of the Year in 2004 and 2005
• Won the WBC Silver heavyweight title in 2014

Philanthropy

• Founded the Klitschko Foundation, which supports children's charities and promotes healthy lifestyles
• Participated in various charity boxing matches and events throughout his career

Personal Life

• Married to Natalia Egorova-Klitschko, a Ukrainian journalist and TV presenter
• Has two daughters, Ksenia and Elizaveta
• Speaks fluent Ukrainian, Russian, and English