We are trying to make politics more open. It became a Ukrainian tradition to make decisions behind closed doors.
The people are not defending political interests. They are defending the idea of living in a civilized country.
Right now, my full concentration is on politics in Ukraine, and I feel that the people need me there.
It was and is a great honor to hold the WBC title, and I've always done it with pride.
In sports, you get disqualified if you violate the rules, but in Ukrainian politics, no standards are at work.
I want to thank the WBC and its president, Don Jose Sulaiman, for the support in our fight for democracy and freedom in Ukraine.
I think that Wladimir is more talented than I, and he has tremendous punching power. He's younger. He's the one. He's better than me.
I know there is trouble in boxing. People say it is no longer good. But I cannot take responsibility. I am not a missionary for boxing.
I tell you very openly it's much easier to be the heavyweight champion of the world than to be the mayor of Kiev.
Corruption is Ukraine's main enemy; we must destroy it. It's really painful to hear that Ukraine is the most corrupt country in Europe.