Usyk, 37, was detained in Poland at Krakow airport, according to widespread reports on social media.
A clip of the Ukrainian being led away by officers emerged online, with the fighter’s wife and camp manager responding to the dramatic incident.
On social media, Usyk’s wife Kateryna said: “Everything is fine, everything is fine. Oleksandr will explain everything later. Nothing criminal, goodnight everyone.”
His friend and camp manager Serge Lapin added: “Don’t worry, everything’s fine. The customs control service is neglecting its duties.”
Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky took to social media to confirm that Usyk was released after being detained.
“I spoke with Oleksandr Usyk on the phone after he was detained,” he wrote on X.
“I was disappointed by this attitude towards our citizen and champion.
“I instructed the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andrii Sybiha, and the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, Ihor Klymenko, to immediately look into all the details of the incident at Kraków airport.
“Now, everything is fine, our champion has been released, and he is no longer being detained. In the photo, he is with our Consul General in Kraków right after being released.”
The boxer himself also penned a statement on social media.
“Dear Friends. A misunderstanding took place. It was quickly resolved,” he said. “Thanks to all who got concerned. Thanks to Ukrainian diplomats for the efficient support. And respect to Polish Police for conducting their obligations with no regards to height, weight, reach and regalia.”
