Berinchyk Upsets Navarrete, Makes History for Ukraine
Ukrainian Boxer Stuns Top-Ranked Foe
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In a stunning upset, Denys Berinchyk (19-0, 9 KOs) defeated Emanuel Navarrete (38-1-1, 31 KOs) via stoppage in tonight's Top Rank main event on ESPN. Navarrete, who entered the bout as the WBO champion and one of the most feared fighters in the sport, had won his previous three fights in 2023, including victories over Liam Wilson and Oscar Valdez. However, Berinchyk proved too much for the Mexican star, putting a bow on the greatest day in Ukrainian boxing.
The fight was a back-and-forth affair, with both fighters landing big shots. However, Berinchyk was able to connect with a devastating left hook in the sixth round that sent Navarrete to the canvas. Navarrete got up, but was visibly hurt. Berinchyk continued to press the action, and the referee stopped the fight in the ninth round.
The victory is a major upset and has implications for the lightweight division. Navarrete was widely considered to be the top fighter in the weight class, but Berinchyk's win shows that he is a force to be reckoned with. The Ukrainian boxer is now in line for a title shot, and he will be looking to continue his winning ways.
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