Tyson and John Fury Return to UK After Tommy’s Boxing Win in Budapest

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Tyson Fury and his father John have returned to Manchester after traveling to Budapest to watch Tommy Fury`s boxing comeback.

Tommy, aged 26, marked his return to the ring with a victory over Kenan Hanjalic on Friday night, ending an 18-month break from the sport.

Tyson Fury and his father arriving in Manchester.
Tyson Fury and dad John touched down in Manchester after supporting Tommy Fury on his return to boxing

Both his father, John, and brother, Tyson, were ringside to support him. Following his points victory, the former Love Island participant challenged Jake Paul to a rematch.

Tyson Fury at an airport.
Tyson Fury is mulling over a return to the ring himself

Paparazzi captured photos of John and Tyson back in the UK. Speculation continues regarding whether the `Gypsy King` will end his own retirement.

Tyson, 36, had announced his fifth retirement from boxing in January, shortly after his second consecutive loss to Oleksandr Usyk last December.

However, the heavyweight champion now appears ready to fight again, having recently challenged Usyk on social media for a third bout.

Tyson Fury at an airport, making a fist.
Tyson struck a pose

During Tommy`s fight on Friday, his father John appeared to mock Usyk.

Tommy was accused of landing a low blow on Hanjalic, causing the Bosnian fighter to fall to the canvas.

As Hanjalic took his time recovering, John Fury made a five-word comment, seemingly criticizing both Hanjalic and Usyk.

He was heard saying, “He`s doing an Oleksandr Usyk.”

Two boxers facing each other in a boxing ring.
Tommy Fury faced Kenan Hanjalic on his return to boxing after 18 months away from the sport

This remark seemingly referenced the controversial incident in Usyk`s initial fight against Daniel Dubois in August 2023.

In that fight, Dubois knocked Usyk down with what his corner claimed was a legal body shot, but the referee disagreed, ruling it a low blow, allowing Usyk nearly four minutes to recover before he went on to win the fight.

Despite the call-out of Usyk, Tyson might return to face a different opponent.

Boxing promoter Frank Warren mentioned plans to speak with Tyson soon, potentially reigniting talk of the long-anticipated fight against Anthony Joshua.

Warren stated, “When he comes back from his holiday, we’ll talk. But I’m not going to call him about fighting. That’s going to be his choice. If he wishes to fight on, then fine. If he doesn’t, so be it. He’s been a magnificent servant for British and world boxing – a two-time world champion who’s done everything asked of him.”

He added, “It’ll be about whether Tyson wants to do it, and whether AJ wants to do it. AJ is still active and wants the fight – it’s the one that never happened. Everybody wants to see it.”

Boxer raises his hands in victory in a boxing ring.
Tommy Fury managed a victory on his return to fighting

Meanwhile, Tommy specifically challenged Jake Paul again for a rematch, having previously defeated the YouTuber-turned-boxer in February 2023.

Speaking in the ring after securing his victory on Friday, Tommy declared, “Jake Paul`s a b***h and he`s running scared. Jake, the hand`s fixed now, baby. The hand`s fixed. I fought a guy in here tonight who`s had over 100 amateur fights and is experienced as hell and he`s as tough as teak. If Jake Paul wants to step inside this ring, I guarantee you next time I`ll knock you spark out.”

He also dedicated his win to his girlfriend Molly-Mae, with whom he recently confirmed they are BACK TOGETHER, during his post-fight speech.

He concluded by saying: “I just want to say thank you for this victory to the Lord Saviour Jesus Christ, without him, none of this would be possible. I want to say hello to my beautiful baby girl, Bambi, at home. And my sweetheart, Molly. She`ll always be mine forever. And I want to dedicate this to my mother and father because without them, I wouldn`t be breathing. I wouldn`t be here. The reason I am here today is my mother and father. I will love them until the day I die and I owe them everything.”

Post-fight interview with a boxer in Budapest.
Tommy called out Jake Paul in the ring after his fight
Couple posing for a selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower at night.
Fury paid tribute to his girlfriend Molly-Mae after his victory
Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague at a fashion event.
The former Love Islanders recently reunited following a separation