John Fury slammed as a ‘huge hindrance and distraction’… as fans claim Tyson Fury’s father is ‘nowhere to be seen’ after Oleksandr Usyk’s triumph over the Gypsy King
- Oleksandr Usyk produced a stunning performance to beat Tyson Fury in Riyadh
- Fans have criticized the role of Tyson Fury’s father John during the fight
- Some suggested he had diverted from advice from Tyson Fury’s team
Fans have claimed John Fury is ‘nowhere to be seen’ after Oleksandr Usyk defeated his son Tyson to become Saudi Arabia’s undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.
Usyk was announced as the winner after a split-decision ruling on Saturday evening after the twelve-round match in Riyadh.
The judges scored the bout 115-112 Usyk, 114-113 Fury and 114-113 Usyk, with the 37-year-old securing all four heavyweight belts.
Boxing fans are quick to highlight John Fury’s role in the Gypsy King’s camp after the first defeat 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 overcome Usyk.
Boxing fans have labeled John Fury a ‘huge hurdle and distraction’ for 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 of his coach Andy Lee and trainer SugarHill Steward
Fans suggested his presence distracted from the tactical advice of his coach Andy Lee and trainer SugarHill Steward.
One clip showed Steward giving Fury advice ahead of the final round, saying: ‘Don’t cross your bloody legs, be ready to punch, before adding: ‘Don’t be afraid to slide in , stop retreating, otherwise you will get captured’.
John Fury could also be heard giving his son advice ahead of the crucial final round of the fight.
One fan wrote: ‘Fury’s corner consisted of two incredibly intelligent boxers in Sugar Hill and Andy Lee who tried to convey a clever tactical game plan but were repeatedly drowned out by John Fury shouting ‘Use the jab, we’re fighting men’. …’
“John Fury shouldn’t be around here, constantly talking to two guys who actually know what they’re talking about,” another added.
‘One thing is certain: Tyson Fury must keep John Fury out of the training camp, the build-up and especially out of his corner for the next fight!
“The man is a huge hindrance and distraction to the team as a whole,” a third claimed.
John Fury was not only a vocal presence in Tyson’s corner during the fight, but also caused controversy in the lead-up to the undisputed world heavyweight title showdown.
The 59-year-old headbutted a young member of Usyk’s camp in the lobby of the Riyadh Hilton Hotel on Tuesday, leaving his face bloodied.
John Fury caused controversy in the build-up when he headbutted a member of Usyks’ team
Fans suggested that John Fury, right, was less visible and vocal after Usyk’s victory
Boxing fans had called for Fury Snr to be severely punished for headbutting a member of the Ukrainian’s entourage.
Some fans highlighted that while John Fury was visible in the build-up, his presence appeared to have diminished since Tyson was defeated by Usyk.
“John Fury is very quiet this morning,” one fan claimed.
“I haven’t seen any major John anger since the verdict where is he,” another added, while a third said: “Usyk is a machine…. Completely deserved that victory. John Fury is nowhere to be seen…funny that.’