Tyson Fury net worth as boxer explains why he won't leave money to his children

John Jones
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Tyson Fury boasts an enormous net worth
Tyson Fury boasts an enormous net worth -Credit:Richard Pelham/Getty Images


Tyson Fury is set to potentially become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world this weekend as he squares off against Oleksandr Usyk in what is being touted as one of the most eagerly awaited bouts in boxing history.

The undefeated rivals are set to compete for all four major heavyweight titles at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Saturday night. The outcome of the fight will determine the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 2000 and the first champion of the four-belt era.

This could be one of the most significant nights in Fury's career, with all eyes firmly fixed on the Wythenshawe-born boxer this weekend. He is not only one of the biggest names in boxing but also one of its most colourful characters, with drama seemingly never far behind him.

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However, he is also one of the wealthiest athletes globally, boasting a substantial net worth that is only expected to increase in the coming days. Here's an insight into just how much wealth the Gypsy King has amassed and the staggering amount he is set to earn in Saudi Arabia this weekend, via Wales Online.

Fury's huge net worth in 2024

The Gypsy King is undoubtedly one of the richest boxers of all time, although estimates of his net worth vary. Some sources, such as the Daily Mirror, suggest it could be as high as £180 million, while others estimate it to be between £60m and £80m.

According to Forbes, he ranks as the 42nd highest paid athlete in the world for 2024, raking in a cool $50 million (£39.5m). Of this, $42 million (£33.2m) comes from his fight earnings and $8 million (£6.3m) from endorsements.

Fury has had affiliations with brands including WOW Hydrate, MTK Global and Lucozade Sport, while he was also the subject of the hit Netflix documentary 'At Home with the Furys'. His business ventures include his Furocity energy drink and owning a number of sports bars, as well as helping to write three best selling books.

The heavyweight is no stranger to a bumper payday having been paid an estimated £35m to step into the ring with UFC star Francis Ngannou last year, while he is set to earn as much as triple that by fighting Usyk in Riyadh. However, despite his huge financial success, Fury has said he will not leave any money to his seven children.

"I want my kids to get their own money, do their own things and be their own people," he explained. "I don't believe in just giving all your money to your kids but it will make them weak, spoiled and not value anything, worthless. They'll end up getting to 35 and never having done anything for themselves, apart from spending dad's money.

"They'll be middle-aged looking in the mirror and being disappointed. If I buy my son a Lamborghini as soon as he passes his test, he'll probably kill himself in it. But he also wouldn't appreciate it. But if he works hard and gets himself a 2004 Corsa, he will be outside washing the ---- out every day, hoovering it top to bottom. And I will be proud of him because he has done it himself.

"I will help them with business deals and investments. But I am not a person who will just give everyone an easy life. Hard work, dedication and sacrifice are what makes people strive for different things."

Fury v Usyk prize money

Both Fury and Usyk are set for a record-breaking payday in Saudi Arabia, with the total fight purse estimated to be around $150 million (£116 million), as reported by The Independent. A deal was also agreed last year that the purse would be divided 70/30 in Fury's favour, with Usyk agreeing to the smaller share on the condition that the British boxer donates £1 million of his earnings to Ukraine.

If the reported purse is accurate, the fight contract means that Fury could earn approximately $105 million (£82.9 million) this weekend, significantly increasing his net worth. Last year, experienced promoter Bob Arum disclosed that Fury would not be satisfied if he was only offered $100 million.

"If you told Tyson Fury he's set to make $100 million, he'd really get p****d off," stated Arum. "Because he thinks and I think he's right that he's gonna make a lot more than that."

How to watch Fury v Usyk live

The Fury v Usyk fight will be broadcast live on DAZN, TNT Sports Box Office and Sky Sports Box Office. It will be available as pay-per-view on each platform and the cost is around £25 across all channels.

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