Hrgovic Claims Historic Heavyweight Title | Belfast News

Filip Hrgovic shocks the boxing world by becoming the first Croatian to hold an IBF heavyweight title, stopping Moses Itauma in the ninth round. After a brutal, back-and-forth battle where Itauma—aiming for Britain’s youngest champ—was hospitalized with a leg injury and exhaustion, Hrgovic, 34, proved his veteran heart and resilience. Overcome with emotion, he called it the ultimate gift after two decades chasing greatness. Now, he eyes mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez, while Itauma’s future hangs in the balance as he recovers.

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