Tyson Fury announces retirement after controversial loss to Usyk
Juan José Saldaña
January 13, 2025

Boxing bids farewell to one of its most prominent figures of recent years. Tyson Fury, known as “The Gypsy King,” has announced his retirement from professional boxing via a video on his social media. The announcement comes just days after his controversial loss to Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk, who secured a unanimous decision victory in their December 22 bout. In the video, Fury stated: “I’ll keep it short and sweet: I’m retiring from boxing. It’s been an incredible experience. Dick Turpin wore a mask.” With these words, the British fighter referred to a notorious English highwayman, implying he felt “robbed” by the judges’ decision.

The news marks a pivotal moment in the career of the former world champion, who had previously announced his retirement in 2022 after defeating Dillian Whyte, only to later return to the ring. At 36, Fury retires with an impressive record of 34 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, cementing his status as one of the greatest heavyweights of his generation.

FURY’S IMPACT

Fury’s decision follows two bouts against Oleksandr Usyk that defined the twilight of his career. In their first clash, Fury came close to a knockout victory in the ninth round, but the Ukrainian’s resilience kept him in the fight. In the rematch, Usyk claimed a unanimous 116-112 decision, prompting Fury’s outrage. Refusing to accept the outcome, he was visibly upset in the ring.

Known for his defiant personality, Fury did not hold back in his post-fight comments. “I will always believe I won that fight. When you don’t get the KO, these things can happen,” he asserted, clearly frustrated. The defeat, combined with the physical and emotional toll of recent years, appears to have been the tipping point for his final farewell.

A LEGACY OF SUCCESS AND DRAMA

Tyson Fury leaves behind a boxing legacy that will be hard to match. His victory over Wladimir Klitschko in 2015 heralded a new era in the heavyweight division, while his epic trilogy against Deontay Wilder solidified his place among the sport’s greats. Despite his achievements, Fury also faced dark times, including struggles with mental health and personal challenges.

In response to the retirement announcement, promoter Frank Warren stated, “Fury has achieved everything he could in this sport. He is, without a doubt, one of the greatest British heavyweights of all time.”

Now, “The Gypsy King” steps away, possibly for good, to focus on family life and enjoy a respite from the limelight. However, questions remain: is this truly the end, or could there be another unexpected comeback?

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