Tyson Fury, the former world heavyweight boxing champion, has announced his retirement from the sport yet again, just weeks following his loss to Oleksandr Usyk in December. The announcement was made in a brief video shared on social media, where the 36-year-old boxer stated, "I'm gonna make this short and sweet. I'd like to announce my retirement from boxing. It's been a blast, I've loved every single minute of it." Fury notably added, "Dick Turpin wore a mask," referencing the infamous 18th-century English highwayman, a quote that sparked discussions among fans regarding its implication about his feelings toward the judges' decisions in his recent fights against Usyk.

Having experienced two defeats to Usyk in less than a year and finishing his career with a solid record of 34 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, including 24 knockouts, Fury's retirement marks the end of a remarkable 16-year career. His return to the ring has always been a point of speculation; previously, he had attempted retirement multiple times, most notably after his victory over Dillian Whyte in April 2022, only to return shortly thereafter to face other competitors like Derek Chisora and handily defeating him.

This recent announcement has drawn skepticism from various corners of the boxing world, especially as boxing promoter Eddie Hearn expressed doubts about whether this would be the last fans would see of the "Gypsy King." "If you haven't got a heart for it anymore and you don't want to compete anymore, I think retirement is the best option," Hearn commented on the implications of Fury's announcement. Fans were hopeful for a high-profile bout against fellow Briton Anthony Joshua, which now seems unlikely to materialize.

Fury's career has been marked by significant accomplishments, including a stunning victory over Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, and his resilience in overcoming personal and professional challenges. His recent fights against Usyk were closely contested but resulted in unanimous and split decision losses, which seem to have influenced his current mindset regarding retirement. As Frank Warren, Fury's long-time promoter stated, "He's done everything he can do... Probably been the best British heavyweight of his generation by far." The boxing community is left pondering Fury's next steps as he hints at a possible farewell.

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