Thoughts of his children and his family prevented Tyson Fury from slamming his car at full tilt onto a bridge. Thus was the condition the newly crowned world champion found himself in. However, like a true champion, he dragged himself out from those depths of the mental abyss. However, he hasn’t forgotten what he endured to keep his head above water. He has received universal laudation as he increasingly became vocal, talking about his problems and helping others. Some from the most unexpected corners.

Depression took over Fury as he returned from Germany, becoming the new Heavyweight champion. Unable to bear with the situation, he sought solace in alcohol. But that didn’t help either. Meandering through the mental illness, he lost the license to box. Overweight and suffering from bipolar disorder, very few thought ‘The Gypsy King’ would return.

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However, Fury was way too hard-willed to be subdued. Help and firm determination saw him get back on his feet. By 2020, he became a world champion once again. He has emerged as one of the most vocal and visible campaigners discussing mental health so much that there are instances of people reaching out to him and confirming that the meeting changed their life.

But at the same time, Tyson Fury has also received brickbats for his online antics, especially while discussing or addressing opponents. That’s why when he spoke on May 15, during the launch of Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK, many criticized him for the apparent duplicity. In addition, a few denounced Fury for denigrating other boxers because of their physical features while discussing mental health issues. “Don’t think you can keep playing this card now tys, hammered Usyk for the way he looked,” one of the users said.

However, it seems not everyone has Fury in their crosshairs. Take, for instance, Tristan Tate. Andrew Tate’s younger brother finds Fury’s efforts laudable. That’s why he took to his Instagram account and said, “If I were ever king of the world, I would make Tyson Fury my ambassador on mental health. Absolute f*****g legend –“I’am depressed……………. I’am going to fight my way out of it and become HW world champion” – Took absolute control of it. How can you dislike the guy?“

Tyson Fury lost no time sharing the message with his nearly six million followers. So while critics might question some of his actions, there’s no doubt among several fans and followers that the problem of mental illness and care concerns him and that he wants to help and be there for as many people as he can.

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What’s your take on Tristan Tate’s comments? Do you agree that Fury could be the best ambassador for mental health? Do share your thoughts and views with us in the comments below.

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