Former undisputed world champion Kostya Tszyu has expressed immense pride following his son Nikita's latest professional boxing victory. The win came against Spanish fighter Oscar Diaz during a bout held in Newcastle, Australia, on May 6th.
The fight concluded in the sixth round when Diaz's corner decided to stop the contest, awarding Nikita Tszyu a victory by retirement. This marks another significant step in the young boxer's developing career.
Speaking after the event, Kostya Tszyu provided his assessment of the performance. He described the match as a good contest against a worthy opponent, emphasizing that his son handled the challenge effectively. While acknowledging some minor technical errors, the elder Tszyu stressed that the victory was thoroughly deserved.
A key point of pride for the boxing family is Nikita's undefeated professional record. Kostya Tszyu highlighted this achievement, calling the feeling of his son's unblemished streak indescribable. He noted the immense satisfaction derived from watching Nikita continue to win without a single loss on his record.
The proud father mentioned he had not yet had a chance to speak with Nikita following the victory but looked forward to doing so soon. The comments were originally reported by Sovetsky Sport and later covered by Championat.com.
Nikita Tszyu continues to build his reputation in the boxing world, with each win adding to the legacy associated with the Tszyu name. His father's public endorsement serves as a powerful testament to his progress and potential in the sport.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.