"He’s a good God-fearing Christian and family man" – Tyson Fury professes love for Usyk
Liam Carter
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
Former WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury shared his feelings about Ukrainian champion Oleksandr Usyk ahead of their highly anticipated rematch.
Details: According to Fury, he harbors no ill will towards Usyk and even expressed admiration for him.
Quote: "No, I have no regrets. Why would I? It was a close fight, and the referee raised Usyk’s hand. I give him full credit and don’t make excuses. He beat me fair and square.
I’m convinced I won, but that’s just my opinion. Everyone has their own take. But he won, and I congratulate him for that. It’s all there on TV for everyone to see. I kissed his cross and thanked him. Now we’ve got another fight, that’s all.
There’s no hostility. I don’t hate Usyk. He’s a good God-fearing Christian and a family man. Why would I hate him? He helped me earn millions of dollars—I love him! Do you get what I mean? He’s a boxer, I’m a boxer, and we had a great fight," Fury told Vringe.
Reminder: On December 21, Fury and Usyk will face off in their highly anticipated rematch. In their first bout, Usyk defeated the "Gypsy King" via a split decision, claiming the WBC heavyweight title.
Earlier, the full undercard for the December 21 boxing event in Riyadh was revealed.
