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Britain's boxing star will be upgraded to world boxing champion after the Ukrainian champion chose to vacate his championship belt

This development comes after the champion told boxing authorities he would not proceed with a obligatory title fight against Wardley

Boxing Organization's Position

The WBO stated that the champion decided to give up his title after thoughtful consideration"

The Ukrainian maintains the three major championship belts, having overcome Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in mid-year to become a repeat unified title holder

He first became the all-belt title holder in last year by overcoming Tyson Fury, before vacating another belt shortly after and opting out of facing the required opponent

"Organization head Olivieri described Usyk as exceptional in a official release"

"Officials expressed its sincere admiration and thanks to Usyk, an perfect record holder across weight classes"

"His record represents one of the most extraordinary and historic of the recent fighting history"

The WBO added that its organization will always welcome the champion and his camp"

Championship History

Usyk won the WBO belt in 2021 by defeating Anthony Joshua and went on to protect his title repeatedly

In July, the WBO had ordered negotiations for a required title defense against temporary title holder Parker, only for a Usyk's physical issue to force the postponement of the bout

British Fighter's Journey

But Wardley, 30, captured the temporary championship from the New Zealander with a huge upset in the later stages at the famous London arena recently and was mandated to face Usyk before the end of September

The boxing organization hasn't formally announced the title change but his promoter Frank Warren believes it is a certainty

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

"Among the most remarkable journeys throughout my decades as a sports manager and I could not be happier for the British fighter"

"Major contests coming up for next year as he maintains his title and creates a true legacy in the boxing world"

The champion started fighting at twenty years old, emerging from the amateur circuit and has had a limited professional record

Future Prospects

• The anticipated title change marks a significant moment in the weight class
• Usyk's decision to give up the championship paves the way for other contenders
• The sport now anticipates verification from the championship body
• The British fighter's journey from unconventional beginning to title holder continues to inspire many