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TERENCE ‘BUD’ CRAWFORD has declared his retirement from boxing at the age of 38.
The five-weight world champion is leaving the sport with an impeccable 42-0 record.
Terence Crawford has retired from boxingCredit: Getty Images – Getty
He boasts a flawless 42-0 recordCredit: AP
He made history in September with his victory.
This win made him the first male fighter to hold undisputed titles in three weight divisions during the modern era.
That match will mark the last time the American entered the ring, as his professional career began in 2008 when he defeated Brian Cummings.
Following his victory over Alvarez, there was significant media attention.
‘Bud’ had achieved the status of undisputed super-middleweight champion while also holding titles in lightweight, light-welterweight, welterweight, and light-middleweight.
Crawford announced his retirement decision on social media by sharing a video on YouTube .
He captioned the post: “Walking away as a great with nothing else left to prove.”
In the video , he elaborated on his choice to conclude his illustrious career.
He stated: “I dedicated my entire life to pursuing something.
“Not titles, not money, not headlines, but that feeling, the one you experience when the world doubts you yet you continue to show up and prove everyone wrong.
“This sport has given me everything; I fought for my family, for my city, and for the kid I once was.
“The one who had nothing but a dream and a pair of gloves, and I accomplished it all my way.
“I poured every breath I have into this sport, every spar, every victory, and every ounce of my heart.
“I’ve come to terms with what’s next. Now, it’s time. Thank you.”
Crawford's Full Retirement Statement
Terence Crawford announced his retirement from boxing through a YouTube video...
He expressed: “I spent my whole life chasing something.
“Not titles, not money, not headlines, but that feeling, the one you get when the world doubts you but you keep showing up and proving everyone wrong.
“This sport gave me everything; I fought for my family, for my city, and for the kid I used to be.
“The one who had nothing but a dream and a pair of gloves, and I did it all my way.
“I dedicated every breath I have, every spar, every triumph, and every ounce of my heart to this sport.
“I’ve made peace with what’s next. Now, it’s time. Thank you.
“To my opponents who challenged me to reach places I didn’t know I could go.
“To the fans who believed in me even when they didn’t have to; they made this journey something I will carry with pride for the rest of my life.
“To my critics and those who doubted me, thank you, because without you, without that fire in my gut to prove you wrong, I wouldn’t have reached heights I never thought possible.
“Thank you, Turki [Al-Sheikh], not just for believing in me and helping me make history, but for all you continue to do for the sport of boxing.
“To TKO for being my first promotional company that believed in me when nobody else did.
“To Top Rank for assisting me in becoming a champion.
“Mum, thank you for the tough lessons. You raised a mentally strong and resilient man.
“Dad, thank you for your support; you were the first to say I would be a million-dollar baby and a world champion.
“I am stepping away from competition, not because I am finished fighting, but because I have won a different kind of battle, the one where you walk away on your own terms.
“This is not goodbye; it is merely the conclusion of one fight and the beginning of another.”
Crawford possesses an impressive, unblemished record with 42 victories in 42 bouts, including 31 knockouts.
He also secured WBO welterweight title victories over British stars and others.
His retirement follows the recent issue with the WBC super middleweight title this month.
The decision was made after he failed to pay the necessary sanctioning fee.
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