Tyson Fury has declared that he will not step into the boxing ring again, contradicting previous plans of a comeback. The announcement comes shortly after Fury’s decision to retire following his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk earlier this year, marking his fourth retirement from the sport.
Saudi boxing official, Turki Alalshikh, had revealed that Fury, aged 36, was poised to end his retirement and return to the ring. Alalshikh expressed excitement about Fury’s potential return, stating that the “Gypsy King” had given his word to participate in an event in Riyadh in 2026.
Initially, there were discussions of a trilogy fight between Fury and Usyk scheduled for Wembley Stadium in April 2026. However, Fury has now renounced these plans, citing his age as a significant factor during a recent appearance at Doncaster Racecourse.
During the event, Fury, a former heavyweight world champion, humorously dismissed the idea of returning to boxing, pointing to his aged appearance and gray beard as evidence that the sport is better suited for younger competitors. The boxer was at the racecourse to film for his documentary, “At Home With The Furys,” where cameras captured his involvement in horse racing.
Fury’s horse, Big Gypsy King, failed to impress during the race, finishing in 11th place and prompting jockey Luke Morris to report that the horse was not performing at its best. Despite this setback, Fury and his manager, Spencer Brown, are exploring opportunities in National Hunt racing, with investments in horses for jump racing.
Furthermore, notable acquisitions in the horse racing world have been made, including the purchase of Cossack Chach and Sea The Clouds, indicating Fury’s expanding interests beyond boxing. The racing ventures signify a new chapter for Fury outside the ring, demonstrating his diverse interests and investments in the sporting world.