Britain's Tyson Fury has tested positive for Covid-19 and his heavyweight boxing title showdown with Deontay Wilder has been postponed from 24 July to 9 October, promoters announced Thursday. England's Fury, 30-0 with one drawn and 21 knockouts, fought Wilder to a draw in their first fight in 2018, allowing Wilder to keep the WBC crown. In May, arbitration judge Daniel Weinstein ruled Fury had to give Wilder a rematch and the bout was scheduled for Las Vegas. It will now take place only 13 days before Wilder turns 36. He remains ready to reclaim his world title on October 9."

Source: News 24 July 15, 2021 17:03 UTC