On December 10-12, 2021, the Cup of Ukraine in Mixed Martial Arts MMA of Ukraine 2021 was held in Zaporizhia. Athletes from 16 regions and 38 clubs of Ukraine took part in the competition. The student of Ushynsky University Maxim Afanasyev, who won in the weight category "men 52.2 kg", as a member of the national team of Odesa region.

The staff of the Department of Gymnastics and Martial Arts of Ushynsky University sincerely congratulates the athlete on his victory and wishes to continue to fight for prizes and great awards.