Tyson Fury has brushed off Anthony Joshua's decision to seek advice from his estranged uncle Peter ahead of their heavyweight showdown in Cardiff.
The Gypsy King insisted the development gave him little reason to worry after Joshua revealed the connection during Wednesday's London press conference.
"Not to worry," Fury said. "I haven't spoken to him for years."
His response came as Joshua outlined preparations involving two figures from his opponent's past, with former Fury trainer Ben Davison also helping him prepare for the December clash.
Peter's involvement adds a family twist to a rivalry that has dominated British boxing conversations for years.
Joshua is speaking to him about training and his approach to the contest, rather than suggesting he has been handed inside information about Fury.
But the revelation ensured the fighters' first promotional meeting delivered intrigue even without the explosive confrontation some supporters might have expected.
Fury was dismissive when Joshua explained why he believed Davison could help him find a route to victory.
"Ben's pinpointing details which will make the difference on the night," Joshua said.
"Ben can't put muscles on that suspect chin," Fury replied.
That jab provided one of the more pointed moments of an otherwise good-natured appearance, as the rivals shared the stage before their long-awaited meeting at Cardiff's Principality Stadium.
The fight is scheduled for December 11, bringing two of Britain's biggest sporting names together after years of negotiations and false starts.
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Despite the coaching subplot, Fury appeared comfortable with the occasion and spoke enthusiastically about its potential scale.
He described the showdown as "probably the greatest fight boxing's ever seen if you factor in the commercial aspect".
Joshua, meanwhile, emphasised the significance of staging the contest in front of British supporters.
"Both of us want to do British boxing proud," he said.
His promoter Eddie Hearn revealed that commitment had involved accepting a substantial pay cut to keep the fight on home soil.
New York had been considered as a possible destination before Cardiff emerged as the venue for a contest expected to attract attention.
The financial sacrifice offered another talking point, although the most striking sporting revelation remained Joshua's contact with Peter and his faith in Davison.
Fury's comments suggested neither development had shaken his confidence as preparations gather pace.
And there was little sign of hostility when the pair completed their face-off.
The stare-down was lengthy but passed peacefully, with the fighters exchanging smiles rather than threats as their appearance drew to a close.
Fury even proposed a post-fight drink, inviting Joshua to "a pint of Guinness as soon as the fight over, win lose or draw".
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