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      Jake Paul blames ‘Drake curse’ for Tommy Fury defeat as rapper loses whopping $400,000 on Saudi Arabia fight

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      BOXER Jake Paul took a cheeky swipe at Canadian rapper Drake following his defeat to Tommy Fury. The YouTube star, 26, crashed to a split decision loss against the Brit in an eagerly-awaited Saudi grudge match.
      Jake Paul crashed to defeat in Saudi Arabia against Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      The Brit took a points decision following the eight-round contestCredit: AFP
      Rapper Drake (left) made a huge wager on the fightCredit: Instagram / @jakepaul via Twitter
      He lost $400,000 after predicting Paul would KO his opponentCredit: Instagram / @champagnepapi
      Despite a first career defeat, a battered and bruised Paul was in good spirits at his post-fight press conference.
      He called out Drake after it emerged the rap star had bet $400,000 on the Cleveland native winning by knockout.
      The 34-year-old was in line for a $1.4million payout if Jake had succeeded.
      Drake is renowned for his outrageous sporting wagers, which infamously ‘curse’ the team or individual he’s bet on.

      And Paul was more than happy to joke that Sunday’s devastating loss was all Champagne Papi’s fault.
      When asked about the wager, Jake laughed: “F***! This is Drake’s fault!
      “Drake, bro, why did you do this to me?”
      The ‘Drake curse’ is a near ten-year phenomenon and started out when the artist became part of a Kentucky college basketball program.
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      They failed to win a title since his blessing – and even lost the singer a $6000 bet after be backed them to win a Championship game.
      Since then, Drake has been seen to ‘curse’ sporting events ranging from the Super Bowl to the Champions League soccer final.
      But Paul didn’t want to blame his loss completely on superstition, insisting he would come back stronger in a potential rematch.
      Jake continued: “No, it’s my fault. $400,000 is nothing to him – he has won a lot more money betting on me before.
      “He’s probably about even now. Sorry Drake, I’ll get that W in the rematch.”
      Fury broke down in tears after getting up off the floor to beat Paul on points in the Saudi dust-up.
      Two judges scored the bout 76-73 in the Brit’s favor with one going 75-74 to Paul, who scored a knockdown in the final round.
      Fury’s cleaner boxing throughout saw him narrowly win the crunch clash, which he dedicated to girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague and new baby daughter Bambi. More

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      Five next fights for Tommy Fury after stunning win over Jake Paul including rematch with rival and shock KSI bout

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      TOMMY FURY returns home with bragging rights, family reputation and most importantly an unbeaten record after beating Jake Paul. Fury edged a split-decision, despite being floored in the final round, to beat Paul in their grudge match in Saudi Arabia.
      Tommy Fury celebrates defeating Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      He promised to bury the YouTuber-turned boxer’s career in the Diriyah desert and move on to bigger and better things.
      But the allure of a money-spinning rematch or another all-celebrity boxing bout could be too good to turn down.
      Here, SunSport runs down what could be next for Fury.
      Jake Paul rematch
      Paul, 26, has a rematch clause in his contract meaning there could be another chapter in his feud with Fury, 23.
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      He said: “We can run it back. I think we deserve that rematch.”
      Fury added: “This is my first main event. If he wants a rematch, bring it on.”
      Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury on pointsCredit: Getty
      KSI
      Paul was finally meant to settle his drawn out score with the British YouTube, music and crossover boxing star.
      But KSI, 29, warned if he lost to Fury, the bitter bout would be axed and he would turn his attention to the winner.
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      And Fury appears game as he said: “I’ll tell you now, if KSI wants to entertain a fight, he’s no Jake Paul. I’ll take that no problem.”
      KSI and Tommy Fury are open to fighting each otherCredit: Getty
      Logan Paul
      The years of back and forth between Paul and Fury saw their family members dragged in, including brothers Tyson and Logan.
      So Logan, 27, may fancy trying to avenge his little brother’s defeat.
      Fury and his dad have both welcomed the bout before, with father John even claiming his son could fight Logan a WEEK after Jake.
      Jake Paul pictured with older brother LoganCredit: Instagram / @jakepaul
      Tyron Woodley
      Fury last year held tentative talks to fight Woodley, who was twice beaten by Paul.
      And the ex-UFC welterweight champion, 40, remains popular among fans, leading to calls for him to carry on boxing.
      Woodley is a proven pay-per-view attraction, which could help muster interest in a fight with Fury.
      Tyron Woodley was knocked out by Jake Paul in their rematchCredit: SHOWTIME
      Badou Jack
      Before Fury’s win over Paul, in the co-feature Jack, 39, finished Ilunga Makabu, 35, in the 12th and final round to become WBC cruiserweight champion.
      Interestingly, WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman confirmed to SunSport that Fury would receive a ranking if he beat Paul.
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      Meaning, if he is placed within the top 15 during the WBC’s next committee meeting, it would pave the way for a shot at Jack’s belt.
      Badou Jack stopped Ilunga Makabu in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty More

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      Five next fights for Jake Paul after Tommy Fury defeat including ex-UFC star, KSI grudge match and rematch

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      JAKE PAUL is waking up for the first time as a beaten boxer – and will now be left to plot his next move. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter lost a split-decision to Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia following two years of bitter feuding.
      Jake Paul after defeat to Tommy FuryCredit: @mostvaluablepromotions
      And while the score seems to be settled for now, the rivalry may not be over with both already talking up a sequel.
      But Paul has plenty of avenues to explore, even with the first loss now on his professional boxing record.
      Here, SunSport runs down what could be next for the self-proclaimed Problem Child.
      Tommy Fury rematch
      Paul, 26, does have a rematch clause in his contract, allowing him a second fight with Fury, 23, if he pleases.
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      Both opened the door to doing it again, as Paul said: “We can run it back. I think we deserve that rematch.”
      Fury said: “This is my first main event. If he wants a rematch, bring it on.”
      Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury on pointsCredit: Getty
      Nate Diaz
      Paul claimed the ex-UFC welterweight, 37, would be his next opponent after Fury.
      The rematch may change that, but still a fight with Diaz makes both sense and money.
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      And following a defeat to Fury, the bout may be deemed closer to call now by the bookmakers and fans alike.
      Nate Diaz is a free agent after leaving the UFCCredit: Getty
      KSI
      The social media sensation, 29, was quick to rub salt in the wounds following Paul’s setback.
      And it could hamper their supposed plans to finally fight in December, after KSI warned he would fight Fury should the Brit win.
      But with so much money and rivalry at stake, the bitter grudge match should never be ruled out.
      KSI mocked Jake Paul for his loss to Tommy FuryCredit: PA
      Mike Perry
      The former UFC fighter-turned bare-knuckle boxer, 31, was the back-up if Fury pulled out again, following his two prior withdrawals.
      There was even rumours of a two-fight deal in boxing and MMA after Paul signed for the UFC’s rivals PFL.
      If Paul is looking for a suitable style match-up to build back, Perry’s stand and brawl tendencies could make him a smart choice.
      Mike Perry was a back-up alternative to fight Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      MMA debut
      Paul revealed he is eyeing an MMA debut with PFL in 2024, while also helping promote their shows.
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      But following three tireless years as a pro boxer, the American could fancy a change of scenery.
      And there may not be a better time for him to swap the ring for the cage.
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul embrace following their fightCredit: Reuters More

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      Tyson Fury loses £100,000 bet despite brother Tommy beating Jake Paul as rivals finally end feud in bruising fight

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      TYSON FURY lost a £100,000 bet despite brother Tommy beating Jake Paul.The Gypsy King was ringside to watch the contest in Saudi Arabia and even met foe Deontay Wilder before the fight.
      Tyson Fury bet on Tommy Fury to knock out Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      Tommy won… but only via split decisionCredit: EPA
      And although he will be delighted with the result, Tommy did let him down.
      That is because Fury backed his brother to stop YouTuber Paul before the final bell, which he failed to do.
      Ahead of the clash the Brit revealed he had staked a large wager on Tommy delivering a KO.
      He told iFL TV: “Tommy knocks out 90 per cent of people that he spars with or drops them at least, so he’s a very hard puncher and Jake Paul will find that out tomorrow.
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      “I’ve got 100 racks on it for an inside the distance stoppage, so if he loses, then I’ll lose 100 bags as well. I’ve got him at 3-1. I know Tommy is going to knock him out.
      “What is a little bit stupid is I see all these experts and professional boxers picking Jake Paul over Tommy. I’m like, ‘What the hell are these guys watching?’.
      “Because Tommy will absolutely deck him. I think Tommy can get him out of there whenever really. It’ll definitely be inside the distance and it won’t be a points job for sure. Tommy wins by knockout.
      “I can smell the fear and he [Jake] is rattling. He is rattling like a little b**** and he is going to get knocked out.”
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      Tommy won by split decision after failing to even knock Paul down to the canvas.
      Instead he was dropped in the eighth and final round, though he claims that was because he slipped. More

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      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury round-by-round: How Brit star survived late knockdown to dramatically win grudge fight on points

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      TOMMY FURY survived a late knockdown to secure bragging rights over Jake Paul. Fury was floored with a left hand in the eighth and final round of his grudge match in Saudi Arabia.
      Tommy Fury celebrates his winCredit: Reuters
      But his jab, combination punching and work rate saw him deservedly edge out on the scorecards.
      The pay-per-view affair was gripping from the first bell to the last and here is how SunSport saw it.
      Round 1
      Fury comes out fast but already the fight gets a bit messy with some holding on both sides
      Paul just misses with right a right hand and lunges in to try his luck again, only for Fury to also fail with a counter.
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      Big right for Jake goes swinging in but Fury responds well with a combination to take the round.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury finally sharing the ringCredit: Getty
      Round 2
      Fury gets behind his jab early, really rocking Paul’s head back and stopping him in his tracks.
      Paul lands a sharp left but is driven back by a combo by Fury, who is in the ascendancy.
      The YouTube star isn’t far off with his overhand right but Fury’s jab is the difference.
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      Jake Paul on the end of a Tommy Fury jabCredit: Getty
      Round 3
      Lively exchange on the inside and this time it’s Paul’s jab Jake that snaps Fury’s head back.
      Another good jab lands for Paul and a right hand also connects.
      Best round for the American, who was trailing in the opening two.
      Tommy Fury’s head snapped back with a jabCredit: Getty
      Round 4
      Big combinations for Fury has Paul covering up.
      Counter right lands for Fury, who is winning exchanges.
      Paul lunges in a bit desperately, but Fury spins him well although he take a left hook for his troubles.
      Jake Paul lands a left on Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      Round 5
      Paul lands a big right over top but Fury comes right back.
      First controversy of the fight as Paul has a point TAKEN OFF for shots on the back of the head.
      Paul comes back with a big right hand as Fury sits on the ropes, but he takes one in response.
      The pair trade shotsCredit: Reuters
      Round 6
      Three punch combo for Paul as he comes out quickly.
      Fury’s head is rocked by a jab but he comes back with a lovely right uppercut.
      Paul is forced to cover up as Fury lands a body shot but for some reason has a point also taken for holding. Evening it up.
      Big left jab lands for Tommy FuryCredit: AP
      Round 7
      Paul comes out fast with a jab as Fury lands a sneaky left uppercut.
      It gets a bit scrappy on the inside as they tire, both land with big right hands.
      Paul ends the round on the back foot as Fury pushes forward.
      Jake Paul lunges in with a punchCredit: Getty
      Round 8
      Fury is FLOORED with a left hand but protests that it was a slip.
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      He responds well and comes out swinging but it’s getting reckless.
      Both swing till the end to cap off a thrilling fight, which two judges gave 76-73 to Fury, with one 75-74 for Paul, who loses on a split.
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      Jake Paul reveals Tommy Fury has ALREADY agreed rematch as YouTuber lists excuses for split decision loss

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      JAKE PAUL revealed Tommy Fury has ALREADY agreed to a rematch – and believes he knows why he lost. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter tasted defeat for the first time in his seven professional bouts.
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul in actionCredit: AFP
      Fury won on pointsCredit: Reuters
      Despite dropping Fury, 23, in the eighth and final round with a left hand, Paul, 26, was beaten by split-decision in Saudi Arabia.
      And in his immediate reaction to defeat the American pointed to illness he claimed to have suffered from during his preparation for the fight.
      He said: “I felt flat, I got sick really bad twice in this camp. It wasn’t my best performance.
      “But I lost, I’m not making any excuses, I’ll just say it wasn’t my best performance tonight.
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      “Like I said, we’re going to come back and get that W. Don’t judge me by my wins, judge me by my losses. We’re going to come back stronger.”
      Both boxers had a point taken off during the celebrity grudge match, Fury for holding and Paul for back of the head shots.
      And the one and only knockdown of the bout was scored with just moments of the fight left.
      Paul believed by flooring Fury, he was deserving of the win and appeared to confirm he will exercise his rematch clause.
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      He said: “All respect to Tommy he won, don’t judge me by my wins judge me by my losses, I’ll come back.
      “I think we deserve a rematch, it was a good fight, a close fight. I don’t know if I agree with the judges, I got a 10-8 round twice.
      “It is what it is, this is boxing and look, I’ve already won in life, man. I’ve already won. I’m a winner in every single way.
      “I have an amazing family, amazing friends, amazing work ethic. I’ve made it further than I ever thought I would and beyond.
      “This is definitely a humbling experience, I’ll take it on the chin and get back in the gym and run it back.
      “I thought we put on an amazing show for the fans.”
      In the post-fight press conference, Paul revealed Fury agreed to a rematch when the two got patched up together.
      He said: “I just spoke to Tommy in the medical room and he said ‘yeah, let’s go. let’s do it again’.”
      Jake Paul was beaten on points by Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
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      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury punch stats revealed and it explains why Love Islander won fight despite being knocked down

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      THE punch stats for Jake Paul’s clash with Tommy Fury have been revealed.The social media stars finally settled their near two-year-long feud in a Saudi showdown on Sunday night.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury finally settled their feud in a Saudi showdownCredit: GETTY
      Fury won the grudge match via split decisionCredit: GETTY
      Fury landed nearly DOUBLE the amount of shots Paul found a home forCredit: GETTY
      The post-fight punch stats showed Fury’s dominanceCredit: BT SPORT BOXI OFFICE
      Former Love Island star Fury silenced the loud-mouthed Problem Child with a split decision victory in their Diriyah dust-up.
      And he was by far the busier fighter out of the two.
      Fury, 23, threw nearly DOUBLE the number of punches Paul did, pumping out 302 to his rival’s 157.
      But both men only landed at a near 30 per cent clip, with Paul finding the target 49 times to Fury’s 88 successful strikes.
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      The majority of Paul’s punches were power shots, although only 24 of them landed.
      Fury landed close to double the number of power punches, finding a home for his big strikes 49 times.
      Neither man found a real home for their jabs, with Paul landing 32 per cent of his range finders to Fury’s 25.
      An emotional Fury broke down in tears moments after winning the biggest fight of his novice career.
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      He said: “These are tears of joy. Jake was a true warrior. He was a better man than I expected.”
      On the being knocked down late in the fight, he said: “It was not a knockdown, it was a slip.
      “He took good shots and he was much better than I thought he was.”
      When pressed on a potential rematch, he added: “If he wants a rematch he can have it.
      “I want to see my baby girl and my missus and spend some time at home.”
      A dejected Paul said: “All respect to Tommy he won, don’t judge me by m wins judge me by my losses, I’ll come back.
      “I think we deserve a rematch, it was a good fight, a close fight.” More

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      Fans convinced fight is FIXED after Tommy Fury beats Jake Paul despite being knocked down in final round

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      SOME fans are convinced that Tommy Fury’s victory over Jake Paul was “rigged”.TNT claimed a split decision victory over the Problem Child in Saudi Arabia after years of bad blood despite being knocked down in the final round.
      Some fans are not convinced that Tommy Fury deserved his victory over Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      TNT celebrated a split decision victory over the Problem Child in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
      Fury celebrated wildly in the ring after two judges scored it 76-73 in his favour with the other favouring Paul 75-74.
      He then broke down in tears and declared he would accept a rematch if Paul wanted it.
      And many fans believe that should happen as they feel his American opponent was robbed – despite the majority of viewers and experts agreeing that Fury edged it.
      One tweeted: “Terrible, never seen a more rigged match than this.”
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      Another wrote: “That fight was absolutely rigged, my sweet, glorious, Disney Prince Jake Paul deserved the win by a landslide.”
      A fellow Paul fan said: “Rigged fight clearly was a draw.”
      While another tweeted: “The fight was rigged.”
      Fury avoided a major slip up by getting up from the canvas in the eighth and final round to edge out the split-decision over Paul.
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      Fury took home bragging rights, family reputations and most importantly remained unbeaten in Saudi Arabia.
      Two judges scored the bout 76-73 in his favour with one going 75-74 to Paul, who scored a knockdown in the last stanza.
      Fury was floored with just minutes to go with a jab, but seemed to lose his balance more than anything else.
      The tearful 23-year-old star dedicated the win to his girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague and newborn baby daughter Bambi.
      Fury said afterwards: “For the past two and a half years this has consumed my life but tonight I secured my own legacy.
      “I dedicate this to my new baby Bambi at home and my missus, I miss you baby, I love you.
      “I knew I would win this fight, I had the world and pressure on my shoulders but I came through. This is a world title for me.
      “This was my first main event. I will come back bigger and better and stronger, if he wants the rematch he can bring it on.
      “These are tears of joy.”
      He added: “Jake was a true warrior. He was a better man than I expected.

      “It was not a knockdown, it was a slip.
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      “He took good shots and he was much better than I thought he was.
      “If he wants a rematch he can have it. I want to see my baby girl and my missus and spend some time at home”” More