- Oleksandr Usyk put in an impressive performance to beat Tyson Fury in Riyadh
- Fans criticized the role of Tyson Fury’s father, John, during the fight.
- Some suggested he had been distracted from advice from Tyson Fury’s team.
Fans have claimed John Fury is “nowhere in sight” after Oleksandr Usyk beat his son Tyson to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion in Saudi Arabia.
Usyk was announced as the winner by split decision on Saturday night following the 12-round fight in Riyadh.
The judges scored the fight 115-112 Usyk, 114-113 Fury and 114-113 Usyk, as the 37-year-old secured all four heavyweight belts.
Boxing fans were quick to highlight John Fury’s role in the Gypsy King camp following the first loss of his professional career.
Some claimed that Fury’s father had been a hindrance to him during the fight, rather than a help as he tried to beat Usyk.
Boxing fans have criticized John Fury as a “major obstacle and distraction” to Tyson Fury.
Tyson Fury was defeated by Oleksandr Usyk in their world heavyweight title fight on Saturday.
Some fans claimed that John Fury was distracted from the tactical advice offered by his coach Andy Lee and his coach SugarHill Steward.
Fans suggested that his presence distracted from the tactical advice offered by his coach Andy Lee and his coach SugarHill Steward.
One clip showed Steward offering advice to Fury before the final round, saying: “Don’t cross your fucking legs, get ready to punch”, before adding: “Don’t be afraid to slide in, stop backing away or you’ll get killed.” . He caught ‘.
John Fury could also be heard offering advice to his son before the crucial final round of the fight.
One fan wrote: “Fury’s corner consisted of two incredibly intelligent boxers, Sugar Hill and Andy Lee, who attempted to impart a cunning tactical game plan, only to be repeatedly drowned out by John Fury yelling “Use the jab, we are men of fight”. …’
“John Fury shouldn’t be anywhere near this, constantly talking to two guys who actually know what they’re talking about,” another added.
‘One thing is for sure though: Tyson Fury needs to keep John Fury out of training camp, out of preparation and especially out of his corner for the next fight!
“This man is a huge hindrance and distraction to the entire team,” said a third.
As well as being a vocal presence in Tyson’s corner during the fight, John Fury also caused controversy in the build-up to the showdown for the undisputed world heavyweight title.
The 59-year-old head-butted a young member of Usyk’s camp in the lobby of the Riyadh Hilton hotel on Tuesday, and emerged with a bloodied face.
John Fury caused controversy in the build-up when he headbutted a member of Usyks’ team.
Fans suggested that John Fury, right, has been less visible and vocal following Usyk’s victory.
Boxing fans called for Fury Sr. to be severely punished for headbutting a member of the Ukrainian’s entourage.
Some fans highlighted that while John Fury had been visible in the build-up, his presence seemed to have been toned down since Tyson was defeated by Usyk.
“John Fury is very calm this morning,” said one fan.
“I haven’t seen any of John’s big fury since the verdict, where is he?” added another, while a third said: “Usyk is a machine…” Totally deserved that victory. John Fury is nowhere to be seen…he’s curious.’