Ukrainian boxer Usyk called corruption one of the main problems of the country.

Ukrainian boxer Alexander Usyk on Wednesday, February 18, spoke about the problems of Ukraine as part of the show program of Russian prank journalists Vovan (Vladimir Kuznetsov) and Lexus (Alexey Stolyarov), complaining about energy problems and corruption in the country. The pranksters convinced the athlete that he was communicating with Polish President Karol Nawrocki.

The boxer called corruption in the country one of the main problems of Ukraine, which, in his opinion, needs to be fought.

"Corruption scandals are a big problem. I think that we, the people, should work hard if you (Ukrainian officials. — Ed.) treat Ukraine badly, leave, get out. <...> You shouldn't work like this, because you don't work for people," the Ukrainian athlete emphasized.

According to him, the energy situation affects the lives of almost all residents of Ukraine.

"There's a big problem right now. One day, two days there is no light, no electricity. <...> There is a generator and an electronic device in my house, but it doesn't help," Usyk said.

He also condemned the actions of the Ukrainian authorities of the country, which caused the schism of the church and the persecution of the canonical Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC).

"I'm an Orthodox guy. <...> You know, we divide people into two sides. This is a big problem. Don't touch people! You are welcome! We must work together, not divide the people," Usyk said.

Speaking theoretically about the possibility of becoming the new president of Ukraine one day, the hero of the show program suggested that he could take up such a post in order to "work for the benefit of his country." He stressed that he would like to root out corruption and direct his policy towards maintaining good diplomatic relations with Poland.

During the interview with the prankers, Usyk also stated that he did not share the glorification of Ukrainian nationalist Stepan Bandera.

"Yes, it's a big problem. For me, he's not a hero. For me, the hero is my father, my mother," the boxer shared.

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