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Vasyl Lomachenko’s 6 Tattoos & Their Meanings

Vasyl Lomachenko is a Ukrainian professional boxer who is a three-weight world champion, mostly known for his exceptional hand speed, accuracy, timings, athleticism, creativity, defense, and footwork. His body is adorned with some beautiful tattoos, each holding a specific meaning for him. Let’s take a look at each of them along with their meanings. 

1. ‘Heart and Crucifix’ Tattoo

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Tattoo: ‘Heart and Crucifix’ Tattoo on the left side of his chest.

Meaning: Vasyl has got the tattoo of skin ripped heart and crucifix on the left side of his chest. Generally, a cross or crucifix tattoo is a symbol of the event of the crucifixion of Jesus. A heart tattoo with a crucifix is a symbol of dedication, belief, and faith in God and Christianity.

2. ‘Victory’ Tattoo

Tattoo: ‘Victory’ Tattoo on his ribcage.

Meaning: In an interview, Vasyl revealed that this ‘Victory’ tattoo is related to his daughter, Victoria Lomachenko, who was born on July 23, 2013. The exact date on which Vasyl and his wife, Elena, got married is not known as the star has always been very secretive regarding his personal life.

(left to right) Elena Liomechenko (wife of Vasyl), Victoria Lomachenko (daughter), Anatoly Lomachenko (son), and Vasyl Lomachenko

3. ‘Portrait of Father’ Tattoo

Tattoo: ‘Portrait of Father’ Tattoo on the left side of his torso.

Meaning: Vasyl considers his father, Anatoly Lomachenko, as the real inspiration behind his successful career as his father was his first coach who had trained him from his young age. His father did not let him train for boxing until he attended traditional Ukrainian dance classes. In an interview, Vasyl said,

What you see today is what my father created. My father is still in the old school. He doesn’t like tattoos. We young people live a different life, so I felt I needed to do it. I wanted to show my appreciation to my father. I did it and now it’s going to be with me forever. Sometimes, of course, we have problems and arguments. But we will always stay as a family.”

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