John Fury has publicly called on his son Tyson to abandon his latest boxing comeback, describing him as a ‘part-time family man’ toward wife Paris.
Fight Details and Comeback History
Tyson Fury prepares to return to the ring against Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This bout marks 18 months since his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk and represents his fifth retirement reversal.
John’s Strong Opposition
During a press conference for the upcoming fight, John expressed deep reservations about Tyson’s decision. He stated, ‘I’m still not happy about his decision to return to the ring. He’s done what he’s up to do in his career. Two-time heavyweight champion of the world, made plenty of money. He’s nothing to prove to nobody, and yet he’s here again. Don’t know what it’s about. I really don’t but he needs to stop.’
John attributed the comeback to an addiction to fame, explaining, ‘I’ve been saying this for the last four years, but it’s falling on deaf ears. All I can say is, it’s an addiction. Once you’ve been in the spotlight for so many years you crave it. Then, all of a sudden your phone stops ringing, the people stop patting you on the back. The cheers and the noise dies down. Some people can’t handle it, and he’s obviously one of those people that can’t.’
Shift in Identity and Family Priorities
John suggested that the ‘Gypsy King’ persona has overshadowed Tyson’s personal life. He remarked, ‘The Gypsy King has taken him over completely. He is the Gypsy King. Tyson Fury got lost a few years ago on the road somewhere. This man’s a Gypsy King, the entertainer, the fighter. He’s a part-time family man because this is his love. Boxing is his first and foremost.’
Exclusion from Camp
John anticipates limited involvement in Tyson’s training camp in Thailand or at the fight, believing his candid views have led to his sidelining. He said, ‘Will I be in Thailand for camp? Probably not. Because someone. The idiot will step in for a paycheck and he’ll give him one.’ He added, ‘I’m the key to his career and people know that. That’s why they want me out of the way. I only want the best for him.’
These comments follow Tyson’s recent statement that ‘everybody cut me out’ upon announcing his return.
