Tyson Fury says that he is the shape of his life ahead of his Nov. 28, challenge to dominant heavyweight champion, Wladimir Klitschko, in Germany, posting pictures on social media from camp that are proof positive of his claims.
A trim looking Fury has spoken to Sky Sports ahead of the fight to reaffirm his seriousness about attempting to dethrone the champion, shutting down those who had questioned the 6’9″ Brit’s commitment to getting in shape when the fight was first officially announced.
It’s certainly true in the past that Fury has appeared lackadaisical and fleshy in fights, getting caught and dropped because of needless mistakes, and appearing as though fitness may be a crucial barrier to him operating successfully at the very top of the sport; however, it’s clear that his Uncle and trainer, Peter, has whipped him into fantastic shape, and 3 weeks out he is ready to go.
“I’ve been in a training camp now for four or five months – I’ve got fit, I’ve got the weight off, I’m in fantastic shape – I’m on the rise,” he said.
“I’ll come up a couple of pounds over the next few weeks and then you’ll see the best Tyson Fury ever.
“I’m in the most fantastic shape of my career – I’m mentally and physically prepared for this fight.
“We’re heading for a new year, a new era and a new heavyweight champion,” he added.
Klitschko/Fury is to be screened by HBO in the US and Sky Box Office in the UK.
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