Fury kept his message short. He wrote:
"Hey everybody, I am going to make it short and sweet. I would like to announce my retirement from boxing. It has been a blast and I have loved every single minute of it. I'm going to end with this - Dirk Turpin wore a mask. God bless everybody and see you on the other side."
The champ's sudden decision to hang up his gloves has left many wondering about the reasons behind it. Fury didn't give any specific explanation for his retirement in the post.
What's really got people talking is Fury's cryptic reference to Dick Turpin. For those who don't know, Turpin was a notorious highwayman from the 1700s. Why Fury brought him up in his farewell message isn't clear.
The phrase "at least Dick Turpin wore a mask" is often used when someone feels they're being ripped off. It suggests the person doing the robbing isn't even trying to hide it.
When people use this phrase, they're usually hinting that the deal is or was unfair. It's a way of saying, "You're not even pretending to be fair about what's happening."
Fury's use of this saying in his retirement announcement raises questions about what's going on behind the scenes. Is there a dispute over money? Does he mean he was robbed of victory in the fights with Oleksandr Usyk?
Whatever the reason, Fury's fans will surely miss seeing him in the ring. His colorful personality and impressive skills made him one of boxing's biggest stars.