Expressing that he wants to get Russian citizenship, American boxer Kevin Johnson said that he did not take into account the criticisms in his speech because he changed his name in honor of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Transmits words DEA News.
“This (pointing to the heart) is what inspires me the most. If someone wanted to tell me: “You are stupid! Why are you doing this? Let them say, “We don’t like the path you have chosen.” Other people’s opinions don’t bother me at all. For me, only the words of my family, friends are important and they support this decision, ”said Johnson.
The 43-year-old boxer won 35 out of 58 professional rings during his career.
In April 2023, Johnson fought against the famous Russian fighter Vyacheslav Datsik. The fight, as prescribed by the rules, lasted three rounds and ended with the victory of the 43-year-old American fighter, the jury awarded him the victory in a separate decision. On August 18 in Moscow, Kevin Johnson will face 2021 world champion Russian Mark Petrovsky.
Former Kevin Johnson saidHe said he wouldn’t give up his US passport because of his family.