Verhoeven says apology is enough after Usyk stoppage controversy
Rico Verhoeven says he wants only an apology following the controversial stoppage in his bout with Oleksandr Usyk and will not push for a rematch. The heavyweight told BBC Sport he accepts the outcome.
“just an apology. What else can we do? I can't demand anything else”
— Rico Verhoeven, via BBC Sport
What Rico Verhoeven said
Verhoeven competed at 123 kg against Usyk in a bout that ended amid dispute over the referee's decision to halt the contest. The Dutchman addressed the fallout in comments published by BBC Sport, clarifying his position on what should happen next.
What it moves
Verhoeven's stance closes the door on immediate rematch talk and suggests he has moved past the stoppage. Whether Usyk or the relevant officials respond remains to be seen, but Verhoeven has made clear he will not escalate the matter further.
Source: bbc.com. Full Rico Verhoeven fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.
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