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Harry Davies

Anthony Joshua's coach accuses fighter of lacking respect for Oleksandr Usyk

Anthony Joshua 's coach has accused his fighter of disrespecting Oleksandr Usyk by throwing the world heavyweight title belts on the ground after losing to the Ukrainian.

Joshua, 32, was hoping to become a three-time champion in his rematch against Usyk earlier this month, but he was outpointed by the Ukrainian for the second time in 11 months. 'AJ' put up a valiant effort and did have more success compared to their first meeting last September, but was ultimately outclassed by the former undisputed cruiserweight king as he suffered his second consecutive defeat.

The Brit was furious after the fight and had to be restrained after almost getting into a scuffle with a member of Usyk's team. Joshua then threw two of his world title belts out of the ring and stormed off, only to return to the ring moments later to deliver an X-rated speech. Joshua's coach Robert Garcia believes his fighter made an effort to try and rectify his actions after going on a tantrum.

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