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The fight for the undisputed heavyweight championship brings significant attention to Saudi Arabia's evolving role in global sports.
- Tyson Fury could earn over £100m from the fight, potentially making it the biggest pay-per-view event in history.
- The bout will determine the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.
- Fury's status as the lineal champion has been questioned by Usyk's camp, adding intrigue to the event.
- Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative aims to use high-profile sports events to drive societal changes and boost tourism.
- Both fighters are undefeated, with Fury overcoming personal challenges and Usyk fighting for his home country, Ukraine.
People, Places and Things In This Story
- Tyson Fury British professional boxer
- Saudi Arabia Country in the Middle East
- Saudi Vision 2030 Program
- Oleksandr Usyk Ukrainian professional boxer
- Lennox Lewis Former professional boxer
- Ukraine Country in Europe
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