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Boxing Controversy

Updated 2026-05-24 06:20 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Oleksandr Usyk retained his world heavyweight titles with a controversial stoppage win against boxing novice Rico Verhoeven in Egypt. George Springer also hit his 65th career leadoff home run, helping the Blue Jays to victory over Paul Skenes.

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ESPN

Springer, Jays hand Skenes second straight loss

George Springer hit his 65th career leadoff home run and the Blue Jays sent Paul Skenes to losses in consecutive starts for the first time this season Saturday.

2026-05-24 00:17 UTC

BBC Sport

Usyk keeps titles with controversial Verhoeven stoppage

Oleksandr Usyk retained his world heavyweight titles in Egypt with a highly controversial stoppage win against boxing novice Rico Verhoeven.

2026-05-23 23:20 UTC