Undisputed world heavyweight champion Vladimir Klitschko retained his titles with a fifth-round knockout of Australian challenger Alex Leapai.
Ukraine's Klitschko defended his WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO belts in Oberhausen, Germany, and was in complete control of his 25th world title fight as he knocked out Leapai after two minutes, five seconds of the fifth round.
"It wasn't easy, because my head was with my countrymen in Ukraine. What is going on in my home country is the concern of the whole world," said Klitschko, who landed 147 punches compared to Leapai's mere 10.
It wasn't easy, because my head was with my countrymen in Ukraine. What is going on in my home country is the concern of the whole world
"I hope that the politicians in my home country will find a peaceful solution, I am proud of my people."
Klitschko picked up the 53rd knockout of his career in his 62nd victory in 65 fights. He had Leapai down three times before the referee stepped in.
"You gave everything, respect," the champion said to Leapai. The 34-year-old Leapai had few answers and failed to live up to his pre-fight promises to knock Klitschko out.
"I'm alright, I want to thank Vladimir for the opportunity. He showed why he's the champion," said the humbled Samoan-born challenger who suffered the fifth defeat of his career.