The tech entrepreneur extends a physical challenge to the Russian leader amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Elon Musk has publicly challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin to a one-on-one physical fight over the issue of Ukraine.
The announcement was made on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Musk, a well-known billionaire tech entrepreneur, has a history of issuing similar challenges, notably proposing a fight with Meta CEO
Mark Zuckerberg in June 2023, which was intended to take place at the Colosseum in Rome.
However, that potential showdown failed to materialize.
In his recent post, Musk suggested that his company’s Starlink satellite internet system is pivotal to Ukraine’s defense, asserting that the entire front line could collapse if he were to deactivate it.
He expressed discontent over the lengthy conflict, describing it as a 'meat grinder' in a stalemate that Ukraine will ultimately lose.
Musk called for an immediate ceasefire, framing it as a necessary step for those capable of rational thought to prevent further chaos.
President Vladimir Putin, known for his martial arts background, including a black belt in judo, has been training in the sport since his teenage years.
He holds the rank of 8th dan in judo, a distinction that sets him apart as the only Russian to have achieved such status.
Putin has authored two books on martial arts, underscoring his long-standing involvement in the discipline.
The dynamics of a potential bout between Musk and Putin are heavily skewed in favor of the Russian leader, given his extensive combat training and experience.