Tyson Fury's father, John, has urged his son to remain retired from boxing, following Fabio Wardley's shock victory over Joseph Parker on Saturday at London's O2 Arena. The former world champion, who retired in January after a unanimous-decision defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, has been linked with a potential trilogy fight against the Ukrainian at Wembley Stadium.
Speaking to iFL TV after Wardley's win, John Fury expressed concerns about his son's health and legacy. 'No, I don't want him to return; he's done enough,' he said. 'I don't want to see him like Joe Parker tonight, because sadly, that's what happens. Father Time creeps up on you.'
John added that Tyson has not been at his best since his trilogy with Deontay Wilder, which 'took a lot out of Tyson'. The 36-year-old has previously stated he will never fight again, even for £1billion, telling FurociTV: 'Boxing just doesn't take any prisoners. It only takes casualties.'
Fury, who won every belt and made significant money, said he does not want to 'tempt fate' by returning. 'How many times can you go back to the well before you end up with brain damage or can't walk in a straight line?' he asked. 'The Gypsy King is dead now.'
