Wladimir Klitschko takes up rematch with Tyson Fury

Wladimir Klitschko has announced he will take up his option for a rematch against new world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

The Ukrainian lost to Fury on points in Dusseldorf on Saturday night, ending a nine-year reign.

But the 39-year-old has announced on Instagram he is ready to take on Fury again in the new year.