A Grand Finale for Ukrainian Boxing in Odesa
The Ukrainian Boxing Championship among men and women (elite) 2025 concluded triumphantly in Odesa, dedicated to the Security Service of Ukraine!
From March 9 to 16, the «Olympiets» sports complex transformed into a true arena for Ukrainian boxing. 204 of the strongest athletes in the country — 69 women and 135 men — competed for victory, showcasing their spirit, skill, and desire for championship.
Among the prize winners were representatives from Odesa region:
- Nikita Pohovyi (63.5 kg) Coaches — Serzhenyuk Mykhailo and Pobrezhets Yevhenii
- Havryliuk Vladyslav (51 kg) Coaches — Bylyk Yevhenii and Kharlamov Valerii
- Tahiev Isa (54 kg) Coaches — Osipchuk Volodymyr and Hordiienko Ihor
- Bondarenko Oksana (54 kg) Coaches — Medoyan Andrii and Osipchuk Volodymyr
The prize fund of the competition was 1,000,000 UAH!
For the first time in the history of Ukrainian boxing, every champion in 12 women's and 13 men's weight categories received 40,000 UAH in prizes.
All finalists were awarded medals, diplomas, official calendars, and champions received winner cups. Coaches and mentors who support each sports triumph were also recognized.
During the ceremonial part of the finals, the First Deputy Head of Odesa Regional State Administration, Oleksandr Kharlov, congratulated the athletes, coaches, and guests. He emphasized the high level of organization of the championship and the athletes' skills, wishing them fair and spectacular bouts.
The 2025 Ukrainian Championship once again proved that Ukrainian boxing represents strength, character, and the pursuit of victory! Odesa region is proud of its athletes and continues to support them on their journey to new heights!
