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Tyson Fury tells Klitschko 'you let a fat man beat you'

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Tyson Fury laughs at his own physique ahead of his heavyweight title fight with Wladimir Klitschko

Tyson Fury goaded former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko during a press conference to promote their summer rematch.

Fury (25-0-KO18) ended Klitschko's 11-year reign as champion in November and will defend his WBA Super and WBO titles when they meet for a second time at Manchester Arena on July 9.

"It's a disgrace to call me an athlete," taunted Fury, who famously dressed up as Batman during a press conference ahead of their first fight.

"I'm a fat man. You let a fat man beat you.

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"I don't take boxing seriously, as you can tell. It's about getting a few quid and putting food on the table. What's the point in practicing your job for 40 years if you can't beat a fat man? Want to see love-handles? Want to see a belly? But can I fight? Yes."

Play the video at the top of the page to watch the exchange.