Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua adopted a notably friendly tone at a news conference in London, exchanging pleasantries and jokes after more than a decade of public feuding and unfulfilled possibilities between the two heavyweight boxers.
The pair appeared relaxed as they faced one another, with their interaction marked by mutual respect rather than confrontation. They also discussed the idea of going for a pint together, adding to the light-hearted mood of the event.
Fury and Joshua have been linked by public discussions and false starts over a period of more than 10 years. Their latest appearance provided a rare moment of warmth between the two fighters, whose relationship has previously been characterised by tension and uncertainty.
The news conference did not alter the long history of stalled possibilities surrounding the pair, but it showed them engaging openly and amicably in front of the media. Their exchange was notable for its combination of humour, courtesy and apparent respect.
