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    I want to be the most powerful man in world sport says British hero Lord Coe

    LORD SEBASTIAN COE has vowed to shake-up the Olympic Movement if he becomes president, saying: There’s too much power in the hands of too few people.On Thursday, Britain’s double Olympic 1500 metres champion revealed details behind his bid to become the most powerful man in sport.Seb Coe has launched his bid to become the next IOC presidentCredit: PACoe was chairman of the organising committee that delivered the 2012 London Olympics and ParalympicsCredit: PAInternational Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach, 70, steps down in 2025 after 12 years and Coe, 68, is up against six candidates to replace the German.His manifesto was launched 21 floors up The Turing Building, which overlooks Stratford in East London where the London 2012 Olympics were held – Coe was chairman of that organising committee.If elected next March in Athens, Coe has vowed to:+ Protect and promote the integrity of women’s sport (“I’ll advocate for clear, science-based policies that safeguard the female category.”)Read more on Olympics+ Revamp the Olympics commercial model after four top sponsors quit after the Paris 2024 Games.+ Possibly switch some indoor sports from the summer Olympics to the winter Games.+ Empower the 100-plus IOC membership and give them decision-making responsibility.+ Strengthen anti-doping systems by enhancing funding and use legal methods to nail dopers.Most read in Athletics+ Get more young people involved in the Olympics – but breakdancing will not return under Coe.Coe, who has been World Athletics boss since 2015, said: “It’s exciting. It’ll be the privilege and honour of my life to do this.“And I’m ready. I take absolutely nothing for granted.“But I’ll work harder for this than I’ll probably ever work for anything. Because I think ultimately the treasure at the end is really dramatic here.Coe will find out next year if he will be elected to become the most powerful man in sportCredit: ReutersSince 2015, Coe has been president of World AthleticsCredit: Sportsfile“Here in Stratford is probably the best demonstration of anything that I’ve delivered.“None of this would have happened without using the extraordinary power of the Olympic Movement.“To have built a new city inside an old city in seven years. To do it from a standing start. To leave 50,000 permanent, meaningful jobs and new houses, three universities.“That’s the power of the Movement. Every day, if I’m privileged to do this job, I’ll be squeezing every ounce of that. Fans ‘in floods of tears’ as Sir Chris Hoy gives rousing speech at BBC SPOTY despite brave cancer battle“The vision is simple. To use the inspirational power of the Olympic Movement to deliver the Greatest Show on Earth every two years.“In simple terms, I just want to use the experience that I think I’ve amassed over many years. I want to build, I want to reform and I want to deliver.”Coe, a Tory MP for five years, knows he is “not an insider” and is up against favourite Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior and Bach protégé Kirsty Coventry.The former 1500 metres world record holder said: “In the IOC room are some really smart people. Some of them have got brains the size of planets.“Some are running great chunks of the global marketplace. They’re cultural icons.“They’re coaches. Educators. Members of the Royal Family. Former Prime Ministers or presidents of countries. There’s no shortage of talent there.“But what input do I and other members have? The reality is there isn’t enough. There’s too much power in the hands of too few people.“This isn’t a broken organisation. It can be so much better. There has to be safe space for discussion.”With Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts for the 2034 Fifa World Cup, it is inevitable they will target the Olympics over the next decade – either winter or summer.READ MORE SUN STORIESCoe, a longstanding member of Amnesty International, has “active discussions” with desert sports bosses over track-and-field and has not ruled out working with them if he gets the top job.But says he has “uncompromising conversations with governments and sometimes Heads of State” over human rights concerns when awarding tournament rights to host countries.Forty-four years ago, Coe became Olympic 1500m champion in Moscow, as he outpaced Brit Steve OvettCredit: PA More

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    Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2: UK start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for blockbuster heavyweight rematch

    TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk battle once more to wrap up a stunning year of heavyweight boxing!The two juggernauts went head to head in the first heavyweight undisputed fight this CENTURY – with Usyk winning a brilliant contest by a split-decision.Tyson Fury weighed in at a career heaviest of 20 stonesCredit: APOleksandr Usyk won by a split decision in MayCredit: GettyAnd in a bout fit for that mantle, Fury and Usyk played out a thrilling battle with both fighters in control and also struggling at various points in the fight.Usyk started on top before showboating Fury won the middle rounds and appeared to be well on top.However, a brutal ninth-round volley saw Usyk badly rock Fury and swing momentum back his way by forcing a standing eight count.With four major world titles up for grabs, both men gave it their all in one of the best fights in memory.READ MORE IN BOXINGIt went to the judges with the fight ending in a controversial split decision going in the Ukrainian’s favour – 115-112, 114-15, 114-113.Now, seven months later, they brace to do it all over again back in Riyadh, and Fury has weighed in at a career heaviest.But the IBF belt will not be at stake this time as Usyk was forced to vacate it to proceed with the contracted re-run.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK 2 TIPS AND ODDSMost read in BoxingWhen is Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk rematch taking place?Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 takes place on Saturday, December 21.The Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia hosts the big fight.The ring walks are expected at a slightly earlier time of 10pm BST – this is 1am local time.Watch Fury Vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN*If you click on a link in this boxout we will earn affiliate revenue.How to Watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 live on DAZNGet ready to rumble with Fury vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN Pay-Per-View! Here’s how:Buy the PPV: Get access to the fight by purchasing the PPV on DAZN.No Commitment, 7-Day Free Trial: With your PPV purchase, you’ll also receive a 7-day free trial of DAZN. Enjoy all the action and explore DAZN’s sports lineup with no extra cost!First Month Free: Monthly DAZN subscribers can get their first month for free when signing up!No Subscription Required: The PPV price is all you need to pay. There’s no obligation to continue after your free trial ends.Don’t miss the biggest fight of 2024! On December 21st “Gypsy King” Tyson Fury takes on “The Cat” Oleksandr Usyk for a second time in what promises to be the rematch of the century — order now and start your free DAZN trial today!What happened at the weigh in?Wearing several layer of clothing, Tyson Fury weighed in at a career heaviest 282lbs – 20lbs heavier than in the first fight between the pair.While Usyk tipped the scales at 226lbs, that’s only slightly heavier than the 223.5lbs last time out.However just like Fury, Usyk weighed in fully clothed.There was only a very brief stare off, nothing like the ELEVEN-minute showdown from the night before at the press conference.What channel will the fight be on?DAZN PPV, TNT Sports Box Office and Sky Sports Box Office will all be broadcasting Usyk vs Fury once again.The cost to purchase the PPV on TNT and DAZN is £24.99, while the event is priced at £24.95 on Sky Sports.Usyk vs Fury 2 on TNT Sports Box Office can be watched on discovery+, EE TV, Virgin Media TV and Prime Video. You do not need to be a TNT Sports subscriber to buy this event.Who are the trainers? Fury is coached by Sugarhill Steward – nephew to the legendary trainer Emanuel – with former world champ Andy Lee assistant. And there is NO room for Fury’s dad John, who came under-fire for his advice in the corner in May. Usyk’s head coach, meanwhile, is Yurii Ivanovich Tkachenko.Yurii Ivanovich Tkachenko is the head trainer of UsykCredit: @tkachenko_yuriiWill all heavyweight titles be on the line in the rematch?This time round, however, it will NOT be an undisputed heavyweight title fight.This is because Usyk vacated the IBF title following his win so the mandatories for the belt could get their shot.Daniel Dubois was upgraded to the IBF heavyweight champion, and has since defended it in dominant fashion – knocking out Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium in front of a British record 96,000 crowd.So it is only Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titles up for grabs.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: Fury vs Usyk full cardAs well as Fury’s rematch with Usyk, there are five other brilliant fights on the card. Israil Madrimov, who narrowly lost to Terence Crawford in August, takes on Serhii Bohachuk. Brit heavyweights Moses Itauma and Johnny Fisher face challenges in Demsey McKean and Dave Allen respectively.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe undercard gets underway from 4pm GMT.Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury; For Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titlesSerhii Bohachuk vs Ishmael Davis; Light middleweightMoses Itauma vs Demsey McKean; HeavyweightJohnny Fisher vs Dave Allen; HeavyweightIsaac Lowe vs Lee McGregor; FeatherweightDaniel Lapin vs Dylan Colin; Light-heavyweightAndrii Novytskyi vs Edgar Ramirez; Heavyweight More

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    Tyson Fury weighs in at career-HEAVIEST for crunch Oleksandr Usyk rematch as Gypsy King bids for revenge

    TYSON FURY tipped the scales at a CAREER-HEAVY weight for his do-or-die rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.And The Gypsy King SNUBBED a final fiery face-off with his conqueror after they weighed in for tomorrow’s night’s eagerly-anticipated Saudi showdown.Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk renew their rivalry in Saudi Arabia on Saturday nightCredit: REUTERSFormer unified champ Fury took to the scales first in front of a packed Riyadh crowdCredit: GETTYFury weighed in at just over 20 stone – albeit while donning several layers of clothingCredit: GETTYDefending unified champ Usyk weighed in a little over 16 stoneCredit: GETTYFury, who looked to be significantly heavier in recent training snaps, took to the scales first after a spectacular walk.But the former WBC king opted NOT to reveal his physique as he tipped the scales, which recorded him weighing a staggering 20 STONE (281lbs).His career-heaviest weight, however, was cleary the result of the SEVERAL LAYERS of clothing he was wearing.Former undisupted king Usyk soon followed, weighing in at just over 16 stone (226lbs).READ MORE ON FURY VS USYK 2Fury, 36, weighed 18 stone, seven pounds (262 lb) for his first meeting with the slick southpaw.Usyk, meanwhile, came in at 15 stone, nine pounds for the pair’s May melee – which he won via split decision.The pair took part in a mammoth 11-MINUTE-LONG staredown in Thursday’s final pre-match press conference.They were eventually separated by security and members of their team before Fury flew into a fit of rage.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s final face off was a much tamer affair than the one they had earlier in the weekCredit: PAFury wasn’t in the mood for talking after the final staredownCredit: GETTYFury aimed several expletives at the unified heavyweight champion before vowing to avenge his sole defeat in devastating fashion.He said: “I’m going to dish out a whole lot of pain. ‘Ice cold’ Tyson Fury promises ‘pain’ for Oleksandr Usyk – but Ukrainian is winning ‘mind games'”I’m going to put this f***er in the hurt locker, for sure.”I’ve got nothing to say other than there’s going to be a whole load of hurt and pain in this fight, you watch.”That’s all I’ve got to say. The talking’s been done.”The first fight I talked, I joked, all my career. This fight I’m serious. “I’m going to do some f***ing damage.”But he wasn’t in the mood for talking after the final pre-fight formalities, simply saying “war” as he made his way off stage.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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    Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2: What belts are on the line for huge rematch?

    TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk are ready to put on another dazzling display to close out a fantastic year of heavyweight boxing.The long-anticipated rematch is finally here as the two heavyweights are set for what will surely be another fight-of-the-year contender.Oleksandr Usyk won the first fight by split decision in MayLast time out, Usyk was victorious with a split decision win and nearly finished the Gypsy King in the ninth round.They were fighting for six belts in total – WBC, IBF, IBO, WBO, WBA (Super) and The Ring title – plus a new “undisputed” belt Turki Alalshikh had created.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK 2 TIPS AND ODDSThe Ukrainian became the first undisputed heavyweight champion this century, with the last being Lennox Lewis in 1999.READ MORE FURY VS USYK 2Here, SunSport brings you everything you need to know about what belts are on the line for the exciting rematch in Riyadh.What belts are on the Line in Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2?Usyk’s reign as undisputed champion didn’t last long as he was quickly stripped of the IBF belt after being unable to make a mandatory defence.The belt went to interim holder Daniel Dubois without needing to fight for it – but he then defended it in sensational fashion with a TKO win over Anthony Joshua on September 24.This time around, the rematch sees the two men fight for five heavyweight titles.Most read in BoxingThe belts on the line are the IBO, WBC, and WBO titles, plus the lesser WBA (Super) title and The Ring belt – which isn’t a boxing governing body but does hold weight.Not only did the Fury lose his WBC belt to Usyk, but he also received his first-ever loss on his record, so he’ll be looking to avenge that too. Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: Where can I watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2?The FULL card will be broadcast LIVE on all of DAZN PPV, TNT Sports, and Sky Sports.All three will offer the action as a pay-per-view event – both DAZN and TNT have priced it at £24.99, while Sky has set a price tag of £24.95.The action will also be available to stream on their apps, but viewers will still need to buy the PPV, even if they are subscribers.SunSport will also be LIVE BLOGGING all the action from Riyadh as it happens. More

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    Thierry Jacob dead at 59: Former boxing world champion dies after battle with lung cancer

    FORMER world boxing champion Thierry Jacob has died aged 59 after a battle with lung cancer. Jacob held the WBC super-bantamweight world title and fought all of his career in France. Ex-boxing champion Thierry Jacob has died aged 59 after a battle with lung cancerJacob passed away at his home in Calais after losing his battle with cancerCredit: AFPJacob held the WBC super-bantamweight world titleCredit: GettyHe passed away at his home in Calais after losing his battle with cancer. Natacha Bouchart, mayor of the northern port city, announced on Facebook: “We begin this day with sad news. Thierry Jacob died overnight, so young.” Jacob turned professional in 1984 after a good amateur career and won his first 21 bouts. He was first defeated in 1987 by Kelvin Seabrooks when challenging for the IBF bantamweight title. READ MORE IN boxing Jacob also failed in attempts to win the EBU IBF super-bantamweight belts. But he did claim victory over British legend Duke McKenzie in 1990 for the EBU bantamweight strap. He lost three world title fights – against Tracy Harris Patterson and Wilfredo Vazquez (twice) – before his retirement bout. Jacob beat Edgar Orlando Ballen before hanging up the gloves with a 39-6 career. Most read in BoxingHis brothers Bruno and Herve were also boxers and won national and European titles with a fourth brother, Jacky, coaching. Jacob later trained his sons Romain and Joffrey – who both won titles. Romain was a former European super-feather champ while Joffrey won a French title. Meet the AI boxing official who’ll be ringside for Fury v Usyk with fans convinced it ‘will eliminate judges completely’ More

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    Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk fight styles compared: How do the heavyweight superstars match up

    TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk will be putting on another masterclass when they face off in a huge rematch on Saturday night.In what is expected to be another fight-of-the-year contender – here at SunSport, we looked at why these two men match up so well against each other.Oleksandr Usyk won by a split decision against Tyson Fury in their first meeting.Credit: PAWe saw the pair square off in Riyadh last May in what was a back-and-forth chess match as they put it all on the line to become the undisputed heavyweight champion.Like many of Usyk’s recent bouts, the fight ended up going to the judge’s scorecards, which saw him win by a close split decision.Fury, on the other hand, has claimed that for the rematch, he wants to take the judges out of the equation with a knockout win over the Ukrainian.Fury vs Usyk 2: Ring walk time, TV channels and undercard – all you need to know for big rematchWhat is Tyson Fury’s fight stance?Last time out, Fury weighed in at 262lbs and stands at 6ft 9 and has a very unique style.Read more On Fury vs Usyk 2The Gypsy King often changes his approach for each fight, but his fast twitch movements and dynamic punches are forever present.Fury, 36, predominantly fights in the orthodox stance but will often change to make it awkward for his opponents and make him more unpredictable.After losing to Usyk back in May, many pundits and Fury himself have claimed that he must change his approach come Saturday night.Fury will reportedly weigh in heavier for Saturday night’s rematch as he looks to make his knockout power even more lethal.Most read in BoxingMany believe that the Gypsy King will need to knock out Usyk to avoid a repeat of the first bout.What is Oleksandr Uysk’s fight stance?Usyk, 37, known for his tricky fight style, will be looking to win on Saturday night by any means necessary. The Ukrainian is a right-handed southpaw who punches with great volume and has incredible stamina. He also has world class ring IQ that allows him to adapt during the fight.With 22 wins and 14 coming by knockout, not known for his knockout power, Usyk will outwork and tire his opponents and has often stopped them through pure exhaustion.As the last fight was so close between the two, it will be interesting to see if Usyk changes his approach.What’s been said?Tyson Fury is taking a do-or-die approach for his fight on Saturday night where he has stated “I’m going to go in there with destroy mode. Last time I went to box him, I was being cautious.”Anybody can get caught as we have seen in a lot of these heavyweight fights.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But this time, I’m not going for a points decision. I’m going to knock that motherf****r out.”Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 fight cardOleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury; For Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titlesSerhii Bohachuk vs. Ishmael Davis; Light middleweightMoses Itauma vs. Demsey McKean; HeavyweightJohnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen; HeavyweightIsaac Lowe vs. Lee McGregor; FeatherweightDaniel Lapin vs Dylan Colin; Light-heavyweightAndrii Novytskyi vs Edgar Ramirez; Heavyweight More

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    Oleksandr Usyk net worth and how much he is getting paid for Tyson Fury rematch

    OLEKSANDR USYK rematches Tyson Fury in the biggest fight of his career. Usyk became the first man to ever defeat Fury after his split-decision win in May. Oleksandr Usyk facing off with Tyson FuryCredit: GettyHe also became the first four-belt undisputed champion in heavyweight history. But Usyk was forced to vacate the IBF belt in order to proceed with his money-spinning Riyadh rematch. It means there are still three belts, bragging rights and plenty of money at stake when the two share the ring once more. What is Oleksandr Usyk’s net worth?The true extent of Usyk’s can not truly be known – but reports online suggest it is in the region of £40million – though it could be much more. READ MORE IN BOXINGUsyk has also fought Anthony Joshua twice, with his pair of points wins likely to have banked him around £30m. He would have also picked up a few million for his 2023 victory over Daniel Dubois and other pay-per-view fights against the likes of Tony Bellew and Derek Chisora. Usyk is also sponsored by Venum, Jaxet, Lomus, and WePlay Esports.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: How much is he getting paid for Usyk rematch?Again unconfirmed, but social media reports suggest the fighters are getting in the ring for a split £150m purse.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe share is also unknown, but having won their first fight, Usyk could be taking home more than his rival this time around.Originally, the first fight is believed to have been worth £115m but again the split was never made public knowledge. Watch Tyson Fury’s terrifying rant as Gypsy King vows to put ‘f*****’ Oleksandr Usyk ‘in the hurt locker More

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    Tyson Fury cleared to fight with radical new look after Oleksandr Usyk tried to ban it for huge rematch

    TYSON FURY has been granted permission to KEEP his beard for tomorrow’s heavyweight showdown with Oleksandr Usyk. Usyk’s team had wanted the Gypsy King to shave off his bushy beard for the Saudi rematch.Tyson Fury has been granted permission to keep his beard for the fightCredit: GettyOleksandr Usyk’s team wanted him to shave it due to concerns it could cushion a punchCredit: GettyThey suggested that it could actually cushion a blow to the face, which would benefit Fury during the fight.But officials have ruled in the Brit’s favour, allowing him to keep the beard.Fury’s promoter, Frank Warren, told Sky Sports: “He has a beard and there’s been a lot of fighters over the years who’ve fought with beards, and that’s it.”In a separate dispute, the rival camps are at loggerheads over a replacement judge for Saturday’s bout.Read More in BoxingGerardo Martinez, Patrick Morley and Fernando Barbosa were originally set to score the historic clash.Barbosa was taken ill this week and did not fly to Riyadh.Steve Weisfeld of New Jersey is said to have stepped in to fill the void.However, Warren claims there is another judge who could be called upon because the camps are in disagreement.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe 72-year-old has even suggested they could rely on a COIN TOSS to decide.Warren said: “This will get sorted. Use a bit of common sense, and actually both camps are very, very professional and know what they have to do.”Watch Tyson Fury’s terrifying rant as Gypsy King vows to put ‘f*****’ Oleksandr Usyk ‘in the hurt lockerFury and Usyk met for a press conference on Thursday which was followed by a face-off that lasted over 10 minutes.Usyk handed Fury the first defeat of his professional career in May.He won the fight by a split decision.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: More