His amateur success would culminate in winning the gold medal at super-heavyweight (91 kg) boxing at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece. After taking Olympic Gold, he concluded his amateur career with a record of 125-7, with all losses avenged.
After winning the gold medal, Povetkin took a year off before making the decision to turn pro. After meeting with several fight promoters, Povetkin signed a contract to fight for Sauerland Events. Unlike other promoters, Sauerland would allow Povetkin to train mainly in his native Russia, and fight primarily out of Germany.
On March 3, 2007 Povetkin scored a TKO over an experienced American, David Bostice. Three months later Alex fought Larry Donald, an experienced American contender who was considered, by many, to be a very good test for Povetkin. The Russian cruised to an easy unanimous decision win.
On October 27, 2007 Povetkin met former title holder Chris Byrd, who had lost his title to Klitschko the year before. Povetkin won the fight by way of an 11th round TKO victory. Byrd put up more resistance than Donald, but ultimately, was overwhelmed and his corner threw in the towel.
On January 26, 2008, after initial problems, Povetkin defeated Chambers by unanimous decision to become the mandatory challenger for Klitschko. However, Povetkin withdrew from the fight against Klitschko due to an injury
Alexander Povetkin
Alexander Povetkin
Alexander Povetkin
Alexander Povetkin
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