Former two-weight world champion Henry Cejudo revealed his plans to retire after his next fight to President Donald Trump. Trump was the first to know about this major decision from one of UFC`s greatest fighters.
Cejudo, who had previously retired in 2020 after defending his bantamweight title, returned to the octagon in 2023. Despite his legendary status, his comeback has been challenging, including a recent controversial defeat to Song Yadong due to an eye poke.
Cejudo is renowned for defeating Demetrious Johnson to win the flyweight title and for his Olympic gold medal in wrestling.
Henry Cejudo Informs Donald Trump About Upcoming Retirement
During the NCAA Wrestling Championships, Cejudo met with President Trump and shared his retirement plans. Cejudo is known to be a supporter of Trump.
Trump inquired about Cejudo`s condition after his recent fight with Song Yadong. Cejudo replied he was doing well and then stated about his future: “I’ve got one more and I’m calling it.”
Cejudo also received a commemorative coin with the Presidential Seal from Trump.
Eye Injury Concerns Following UFC Seattle Fight
In his UFC Seattle fight against Song Yadong, which ended in a technical decision due to eye pokes, Cejudo sustained severe injuries. He was concerned about his eyesight after the fight.
Following the fight, Cejudo reported diplopia, soft tissue damage, and a corneal abrasion. Doctors warned him about the potential for blindness in one eye due to the injury.
Despite joking about the injury in a post-fight interview, the incident highlighted serious health risks.
