Boxing champ Tyson Fury retreats to Thailand to prepare for highly anticipated comeback

Tyson Fury trains in Thailand in preparation for his comeback fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11, 2026. Photo by Instagram/@tysonfury

Throughout the winter, the 37-year-old trained in the suburbs of Pattaya, a coastal city roughly a two-hour drive from Bangkok. Fury opted to live on a boat docked at the local harbor, while his training team stayed in a nearby luxury apartment.

The two-time world heavyweight champion also garnered attention during his morning runs along the coast, carrying a portable speaker blasting Celine Dion's megahit "My Heart Will Go On."

Following his most recent retirement announcement, Fury is on his way to return. He is scheduled to face Arslanbek Makhmudov at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on April 11.

Fury is already looking ahead to massive future matchups. He has mentioned the idea of the third fight with Oleksandr Usyk and a long-awaited clash with compatriot Anthony Joshua. These fights would serve as a fitting conclusion to his two-decade career.

Physically and mentally, the fighter appears to be in great condition. His daily routine begins with a jog in the high heat, followed by rest and intense late-afternoon training sessions. He caps off his days with intensive massage therapy, adopting the recovery techniques of elite Muay Thai fighters.

Fury has also enlisted the help of martial arts coach Robert "Sifu" McInnes to refine his movement and technique. After 10 weeks, observers have noted his increased flexibility and sharpness during sparring.

"You can get some good work done out here," Fury said, as quoted by The Telegraph. "The weather’s good all year round and the facilities are good. The rest and recovery is top-notch as well. There is good food, and I’m away from all the distractions."

At 37, Fury boasts a legendary resume, previously holding the WBA, IBF, IBO, WBO, WBA and The Ring heavyweight titles. Standing at 6-foot-9, his professional record includes 34 wins, one draw and only two defeats, both handed to him by Usyk.

Remaining one of the highest-earning athletes globally, Fury ranked third on the 2025 Sportico and Forbes lists with an estimated income of US$146 million.

According to BoxRec, Fury is in the top 10 active heavyweight boxers, while The Ring placed him at number two in the world, only behind Usyk.