Ukrainian Boxer Khyzhniak Defeats Cuba's López in Paris Semifinals

López's quest for a third Olympic gold ends as Khyzhniak advances to the final against Oralbay of Kazakhstan.

Arlen López of Cuba loses 3:2 to Oleksandr Khyzhniak in the 80-kilogram semifinal at the Paris Olympics.
López aimed to join the elite group of three-time Olympic boxing gold medalists but will settle for bronze.
Khyzhniak, a Tokyo silver medalist, showcased superior power and pressure in the final rounds.
The Cuban boxing team will leave Paris with two medals, their lowest Olympic tally since 1968.
Khyzhniak will face Nurbek Oralbay of Kazakhstan in the final, seeking redemption after his Tokyo loss.