Tyson Fury Fumes Over 'Christmas Gift' Loss to Oleksandr Usyk in Controversial Rematch
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Tyson Fury was visibly upset after losing his rematch against Oleksandr Usyk by unanimous decision. The fight, which took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on December 21, 2024, saw Usyk retain his WBC, WBA, and WBO heavyweight titles. All three judges scored the fight 116-112 in Usyk's favor.
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Fury expressed his frustration with the judges' decision, calling it a "Christmas gift" for Usyk. He claimed that Usyk's victory was undeserved and that the judges were biased. Fury's reaction was intense, as he criticized the use of AI judges in the fight, stating that the AI judge's scorecard (which favored Usyk even more, 118-112) was "absolutely s***" and emphasized the need for more jobs for humans rather than computers.
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The fight itself was competitive, with Fury starting strong but Usyk gaining momentum as the rounds progressed. Usyk's technical skills and endurance allowed him to edge out Fury, who appeared to tire towards the end of the fight. The decision was controversial, with some fans and analysts questioning the judges' scorecards.Fury's loss marks his second defeat in his professional career, both of which have come against Usyk. The Ukrainian fighter has now solidified his status as one of the top heavyweight champions in boxing, having previously defeated Anthony Joshua and other notable opponents.