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Dua Lipa declines offer to perform at Fury v Joshua

Dua Lipa declines offer to perform at Fury v Joshua

Summary

Pop singer Dua Lipa has declined an offer to perform at the upcoming heavyweight boxing match between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. The fight is planned for late 2026, possibly at Wembley Stadium, but the final venue is not yet decided.

Key Facts

  • Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, two British heavyweight boxers, have agreed to fight by the end of 2026.
  • Dua Lipa was invited to perform at the event but chose not to take part.
  • Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority chairman suggested the fight might be affected if Dua Lipa did not perform.
  • The fight venue is still undecided, with Wembley Stadium as a likely choice.
  • Before fighting Fury, Joshua must win his match against Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Saudi Arabia.
  • Tyson Fury recently returned from retirement with a win and is looking for his next fight.
  • Music performances have become common at big boxing events, with artists like Eminem, Liam Gallagher, and 50 Cent performing at recent matches.
  • If the fight happens, both Joshua and Fury are expected to earn their highest career paychecks.
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