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Klitschko calls on authorities to punish Chisora

Dereck Chisora was involved in ugly scenes with David Haye © PA Photos

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Wladimir Klitschko has warned Dereck Chisora his "disgraceful" behaviour will not be tolerated after the Brit entered into a post-fight brawl with David Haye on Saturday.

Chisora was involved in a series of less-than-respectable moments during his time in Germany, where he lost his WBC heavyweight title fight to Wladimir's brother Vitali. Chisora slapped Vitali at the weigh-ins, spat at Wladimir inside the ring, and then brawled with Haye in the post-fight press conference.

His actions resulted in police detention, where Chisora was questioned over his claims that he would "shoot" Haye. The Brit was released without charge late on Sunday.

For Klitschko the entire episode was a sad reflection on boxing at the highest level, and he wants Chisora punished for bringing the sport into disrepute.

"I am shocked and deeply embarrassed by the actions of Dereck Chisora and his team over this past week," the 35-year-old said in an open letter. "It saddens me how he represented the sport of boxing and disrespected the champion of the world Vitali Klitschko at the weigh-in and fight night.

"But even more embarrassing and disgraceful to the sport was the post-fight press conference. With journalists from all over the world in attendance, this same man, Dereck Chisora, got into a fight with Adam Booth, the trainer of David Haye, and David Haye himself.

"Dereck then promised out loud multiple times right in front of the press to 'personally shoot and kill David Haye.'

"For all of the great champions from the past that have been polishing the image of the sport of boxing and giving it the glamour, respect and recognition while setting a good example for the youth of the world to follow, this type of behaviour kills all that hard work from the former champs and teaches disrespect for the sport and fellow human beings."

Chisora, who already faces a £31,500 for his weigh-in slap, needs to be hit with further action, according to Klitschko.

"There has to be consequences for these kinds of actions and must never be tolerated by the boxing organisations, the media, fellow boxers and boxing fans. It must be stopped, otherwise the sport of boxing is going to go downhill fast," Klitschko said.

"I just wanted to share my feelings and thoughts with you and hope some type of action is taken to show the world that the sport of boxing will not tolerate this kind of behaviour."

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