TYSON FURY and Frank Bruno, a British boxing legend, have joined forces to KO stigma around mental health.
Both have been open about their battles with bipolar disorder over the years.
Tyson Fury and Frank Bruno have joined forces in an effort to end stigmatization of mental health
The heavy hitters, who support one another in their ongoing battles against the disease, encourage those suffering to speak up if they are struggling.
Fury, WBC heavyweight champion, said that he feels like more people are getting involved in mental health issues.
"And it's breaking the stigma for mental illness but the more people discuss it, the more it will be overcome."
Bruno, a Hammersmith hitman, said, "Tyson has had his struggles outside of the ring, and so have we."
"If we are able to openly discuss the hard times we have been through, then no one should be ashamed to ask for assistance."
"It is only by doing this, and letting go of the chains, that you can feel better.
This is a great time to reflect on how much we can all do to help those who are going through difficult times. Ask for help.
Bruno visited Morecambe in January to talk about mental health with The Gypsy King. He was at that time preparing for the Battle of Britain with Anthony Joshua.
In an exclusive interview with SunSport the former WBC champ revealed his struggles and said he was locked down during lockdown because of concerns about his safety.
He stated, "It was the most difficult and terrifying time in my life." I reached rock bottom and had a complete breakdown.
"I was taken into hospital to be sectioned for my safety as well as the safety of others.
After years of trying to keep it under control, my illness returned. It was a battle for my sanity that I had to face, and I felt like I would never make it.
"Being held against your will is the worst thing that you could ever imagine." It is ten times more frightening than boxing.
"It was terrifying to be in a hospital for so many weeks during the pandemic.
"But, thankfully not least because of the support and love from family and friends, was able to pull me away from the cliff-edge. I'm still standing."
Bruno, a former WBC champ, has suffered in silence before and wants to speak out.
He stated, "It's okay to admit that you need help.
"Right now I'm doing well. But I know that I cannot get ahead of myself and take things for granted.
"My illness will always be with me throughout my life. The challenge is to learn how to live with it better."
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