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Scottish Sun
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘A pairing I never thought I'd see' – Oleksandr Usyk and Sir Richard Branson link up ahead of Daniel Dubois fight
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) OLEKSANDR USYK had the most unexpected of link-ups with SIR RICHARD BRANSON just days before his rematch with Daniel Dubois. The former pound-for-pound king will bid to become two-time undisputed heavyweight champion in his Wembley war with Triple D on Saturday night. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Oleksandr Usyk renews his rivalry with Brit bruiser Daniel Dubois this weekend Credit: GETTY 4 The former undisputed heavyweight champion met with billionaire Sir Richard Branson on Monday Credit: PA 4 Virgin bigwig Branson has teamed up with the Usyk Foundation to help build homes in the war-torn Ukraine Credit: AFP Usyk and his team are already in the Big Smoke ahead of his eagerly anticipated capital clash with IBF titleholder Dubois. But just days before his second date with undisputed destiny, the slick southpaw hung out with Virgin billionaire Branson, who has teamed up with the boxer's 'Usyk Foundation' to help rebuild homes in war-torn Ukraine. Usyk posted a series of snaps of himself in conversation and posing with Branson at Trafalgar Square on his Instagram on Monday night. His accompanying caption read: "We gathered at Trafalgar Square — in the very heart of London — to mark two important milestones. "Together with @richardbranson, we unveiled the recreated mosaic by Alla Horska — a symbol of resilience, memory, and home. "Brought from Ukraine and carefully restored, it now stands in one of the world's most iconic public spaces as a reminder of what we are fighting for: dignity, culture, and the right to return home. Special thanks to @rozetkaua for believing in this project. "Today, we're also launching the next phase of the Home Again fundraiser by @ — a project that helps Ukrainian families rebuild the homes destroyed by the war. "We're sincerely grateful to @richardbranson for his support, for the first contribution, and for the shared belief that home is not just a place — it's something we can rebuild together." JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 4 USYK VS DUBOIS 2: Stream, TV channel and undercard info for blockbuster Wembley fight Watch Usyk vs Dubois 2 LIVE on DAZN Boxing fans were quick to comment, with one writing: "Two world champs!" Another said: "Champion and a hero." In camp with Daniel Dubois ahead of Oleksandr Usyk bout And another said: This makes me very feel." One remarked: "A true champion… in [Muhammad] Ali's class." Another chimed in: "That's a pairing I'd never think I'd see. Let's see you do the business in the ring, Champ." Usyk, 38, will be hoping for a repeat of his 2023 stoppage of Dubois when they renew their rivalry under the famous Wembley arch. The Olympic gold medallist stopped Dubois in the ninth round of their Polish punch, which was dogged by a controversial low blow from the then-challenger.
The Sun
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘A pairing I never thought I'd see' – Oleksandr Usyk and Sir Richard Branson link up ahead of Daniel Dubois fight
OLEKSANDR USYK had the most unexpected of link-ups with SIR RICHARD BRANSON just days before his rematch with Daniel Dubois. The former pound-for-pound king will bid to become two-time undisputed heavyweight champion in his Wembley war with Triple D on Saturday night. 4 4 4 Usyk and his team are already in the Big Smoke ahead of his eagerly anticipated capital clash with IBF titleholder Dubois. But just days before his second date with undisputed destiny, the slick southpaw hung out with Virgin billionaire Branson, who has teamed up with the boxer's 'Usyk Foundation' to help rebuild homes in war-torn Ukraine. Usyk posted a series of snaps of himself in conversation and posing with Branson at Trafalgar Square on his Instagram on Monday night. His accompanying caption read: "We gathered at Trafalgar Square — in the very heart of London — to mark two important milestones. "Together with @richardbranson, we unveiled the recreated mosaic by Alla Horska — a symbol of resilience, memory, and home. "Brought from Ukraine and carefully restored, it now stands in one of the world's most iconic public spaces as a reminder of what we are fighting for: dignity, culture, and the right to return home. Special thanks to @rozetkaua for believing in this project. "Today, we're also launching the next phase of the Home Again fundraiser by @ — a project that helps Ukrainian families rebuild the homes destroyed by the war. "We're sincerely grateful to @richardbranson for his support, for the first contribution, and for the shared belief that home is not just a place — it's something we can rebuild together." JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 4 Boxing fans were quick to comment, with one writing: "Two world champs!" Another said: "Champion and a hero." In camp with Daniel Dubois ahead of Oleksandr Usyk bout And another said: This makes me very feel." One remarked: "A true champion… in [Muhammad] Ali's class." Another chimed in: "That's a pairing I'd never think I'd see. Let's see you do the business in the ring, Champ." Usyk, 38, will be hoping for a repeat of his 2023 stoppage of Dubois when they renew their rivalry under the famous Wembley arch. The Olympic gold medallist stopped Dubois in the ninth round of their Polish punch, which was dogged by a controversial low blow from the then-challenger.
North Wales Chronicle
15-07-2025
- Politics
- North Wales Chronicle
Sir Richard Branson highlights Ukraine conflict at mosaic unveiling
Sir Richard was accompanied by Ukrainian boxer and world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk as The Kestrel, a replica of a mosaic created by Ukrainian artist Alla Horska in Mariupol in 1967, went on display. The original mosaic was significantly damaged in Russia's invasion of the port city in 2022. Sir Richard became the first donor to the Usyk Foundation to fund housing for displaced Ukrainian families. It is aiming to raise £2.5 million to build four apartment buildings to provide new homes for 64 families. The two men also launched a new campaign – Ukraine: Defending Freedom – to help some of the 80,000 people in Ukraine needing a prosthetic limb as a result of the war. As part of this, the nearby Florence Nightingale statue has been transformed, with her lamp replaced by a prosthetic leg painted in the Ukrainian colours. Sir Richard, Virgin Group and Virgin Unite founder, said: 'Ukraine's fight is not just for its own future, but for the ideals of freedom and democracy everywhere. 'Since Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian people have paid a terrible price. They've sacrificed their limbs, homes and lives. 'Putin's war must end, and on terms acceptable to Ukraine. Until that day comes, we all have a role to play in rebuilding what has been destroyed. 'It's easy, from a distance, to feel fatigue or helplessness. But we cannot look away. Freedom is never free, and Ukraine is paying the cost on all our behalf. 'Let's keep standing together for Ukraine.' Usyk said: 'Thank you, Great Britain, for your support of Ukraine. We are stronger together. 'We will rebuild our country, like a mosaic, piece by piece. Today we raise money to help 64 families have a home again.'
The Herald Scotland
15-07-2025
- Politics
- The Herald Scotland
Sir Richard Branson highlights Ukraine conflict at mosaic unveiling
The original mosaic was significantly damaged in Russia's invasion of the port city in 2022. Sir Richard became the first donor to the Usyk Foundation to fund housing for displaced Ukrainian families. It is aiming to raise £2.5 million to build four apartment buildings to provide new homes for 64 families. The two men also launched a new campaign – Ukraine: Defending Freedom – to help some of the 80,000 people in Ukraine needing a prosthetic limb as a result of the war. As part of this, the nearby Florence Nightingale statue has been transformed, with her lamp replaced by a prosthetic leg painted in the Ukrainian colours. Sir Richard, Virgin Group and Virgin Unite founder, said: 'Ukraine's fight is not just for its own future, but for the ideals of freedom and democracy everywhere. 'Since Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian people have paid a terrible price. They've sacrificed their limbs, homes and lives. 'Putin's war must end, and on terms acceptable to Ukraine. Until that day comes, we all have a role to play in rebuilding what has been destroyed. 'It's easy, from a distance, to feel fatigue or helplessness. But we cannot look away. Freedom is never free, and Ukraine is paying the cost on all our behalf. 'Let's keep standing together for Ukraine.' Usyk said: 'Thank you, Great Britain, for your support of Ukraine. We are stronger together. 'We will rebuild our country, like a mosaic, piece by piece. Today we raise money to help 64 families have a home again.'
Leader Live
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Leader Live
Sir Richard Branson highlights Ukraine conflict at mosaic unveiling
Sir Richard was accompanied by Ukrainian boxer and world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk as The Kestrel, a replica of a mosaic created by Ukrainian artist Alla Horska in Mariupol in 1967, went on display. The original mosaic was significantly damaged in Russia's invasion of the port city in 2022. Sir Richard became the first donor to the Usyk Foundation to fund housing for displaced Ukrainian families. It is aiming to raise £2.5 million to build four apartment buildings to provide new homes for 64 families. The two men also launched a new campaign – Ukraine: Defending Freedom – to help some of the 80,000 people in Ukraine needing a prosthetic limb as a result of the war. As part of this, the nearby Florence Nightingale statue has been transformed, with her lamp replaced by a prosthetic leg painted in the Ukrainian colours. Sir Richard, Virgin Group and Virgin Unite founder, said: 'Ukraine's fight is not just for its own future, but for the ideals of freedom and democracy everywhere. 'Since Russia's invasion, the Ukrainian people have paid a terrible price. They've sacrificed their limbs, homes and lives. 'Putin's war must end, and on terms acceptable to Ukraine. Until that day comes, we all have a role to play in rebuilding what has been destroyed. 'It's easy, from a distance, to feel fatigue or helplessness. But we cannot look away. Freedom is never free, and Ukraine is paying the cost on all our behalf. 'Let's keep standing together for Ukraine.' Usyk said: 'Thank you, Great Britain, for your support of Ukraine. We are stronger together. 'We will rebuild our country, like a mosaic, piece by piece. Today we raise money to help 64 families have a home again.'
