The Gypsy King has threatened to sue the BBC
Tyson Fury has been nominated for the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year award despite threatening to sue the broadcaster if he was put on the shortlist.
The Gypsy King has enjoyed another successful year, solidifying his position as the best heavyweight in the world with an 11th-round stoppage of Deontay Wilder in their trilogy fight in October.
However, he threatened to take legal action against the BBC if they nominated him for the annual prize.
Despite his request, the broadcaster has ignored his threat as he was included among the other contenders on the shortlist that was announced on Monday.
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