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Tyson Fury Trades Football for Horse Racing

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Tyson Fury has shifted his focus from football to horse racing, with a recent visit to the Cartmel races in Cumbria showcasing his growing interest in the sport. The two-time world heavyweight champion has parted ways with his Manchester United and England memberships, citing a lack of support after the team's poor performance in the Premier League and their loss to Iceland in the 2016 Euros. Fury's newfound passion for horse racing has been reflected in his investments, with him and his wife Paris acquiring additional thoroughbreds for their stable.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tyson Fury has given up watching football, citing a lack of support for Manchester United and England due to their poor performance in the Premier League and their loss to Iceland in the 2016 Euros.
  • Fury and his wife Paris have acquired additional thoroughbreds for their stable, with a current total of five horses, including three jump horses and two Flat horses.
  • Fury's horse, Big Gypsy King, finished fifth in the 2m1f juvenile hurdle at Cartmel, while their new recruit, Sea The Clouds, was pulled up in the Wicks Group Cavendish Cup Handicap Chase.
  • Fury's manager, Spencer Brown, mentioned that they have currently five horses in their stable, with three good jump horses and various Flat horses.
  • The sale price of Sea The Clouds was £14,000, and the horse was a recent addition to James Moffatt's stable.

Statistics:

  • Fury has acquired five horses in total, with three good jump horses and two Flat horses.
  • Their horse, Big Gypsy King, finished fifth in the 2m1f juvenile hurdle at Cartmel.
  • Sea The Clouds was pulled up in the Wicks Group Cavendish Cup Handicap Chase, while 9-4 favourite Olivers Travels came home in first place.
  • The obstacle that Sea The Clouds was pulled up with occurred with a couple of fences to jump in the Wicks Group Cavendish Cup Handicap Chase.
  • The Wicks Group Cavendish Cup Handicap Chase had a delay due to an injured horse on the track, causing a 20-minute delay.

Sources:

  • The Mirror
  • Racing TV
  • BHA (British Horseracing Authority)

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