Unlike many greats, Vasyl Lomachenko ’s journey began a little late, but with a thunderous roar. The Ukrainian southpaw dominated the amateur scene with a staggering 396-1 record and back-to-back Olympic gold medals in 2008 and 2012. By the time he entered the London Games, Lomachenko was already being hailed as the best amateur in the world, and he further cemented that legacy. Turning professional in 2013, he made an instant impact by dismantling Jose Luis Ramirez with punishing body shots en route to a fourth-round KO, securing the WBO International Featherweight title in his debut. But greatness isn’t always a smooth ride.

In just his second pro bout, he took a bold step up against veteran Orlando Salido, a fight that ended in a controversial split decision loss. But the setback d

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