Georges St-Pierre, the MMA legend, reflects on retirement and the void left by the thrill of victory. Despite rumors of a comeback, St-Pierre denies any plans for a return to the octagon. Read more about his retirement and longing for the feeling of triumph.
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| Georges St-Pierre admits to missing the adrenaline rush and thrill of victory that comes with winning fights. |
| Despite rumors, St-Pierre denies any plans for a comeback in UFC 300. |
| He had planned to compete in a grappling competition but had to withdraw due to a shoulder injury. |
| St-Pierre acknowledges that he is no longer the same person he was during his competitive years and recognizes the need for retirement. |
| Despite his retirement, St-Pierre is content with leaving the sport healthy and wealthy. |
| St-Pierre’s remarkable career record includes 26 wins and only 2 losses, with 13 wins in UFC title fights. |
Georges St-Pierre’s Retirement and the Desire for Victory
Georges St-Pierre, the MMA legend, recently opened up about his retirement and the void left by the thrill of victory. Although rumors of a comeback for UFC 300 have circulated, St-Pierre firmly denies any plans for a return to the octagon. Despite his retirement, the all-time great admits to missing the adrenaline rush that comes with winning fights and raising his hand in victory.
In a recent seminar at Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA in Phuket, Thailand, St-Pierre expressed his longing for the feeling of triumph. He stated, "I miss sometimes, the adrenaline, the victory. When you win a fight, there’s nothing that can come close to that, and unfortunately, I will probably never have that feeling again." While he acknowledges the reality of his retirement, St-Pierre still reflects on the joy of winning championships and the void it has left in his life.
Despite his desire for competition, St-Pierre has explored safer avenues to satisfy his craving for the thrill. He had planned to compete in a grappling competition but had to withdraw due to a shoulder injury. St-Pierre explains, "For me, the grappling thing was just more for a fun thing. There was less risk, and it was more to have the thrill of competition again, and also for the fans. It was a win-win situation for everybody."
While St-Pierre’s return to serious MMA fighting seems unlikely, he remains open to other competitive options. However, he emphasizes the need for time to recover from his shoulder injury. St-Pierre states, "Now, right now, there’s nothing on the radar. I need time because shoulder injuries take incredibly long to recover. It’s a pain in the butt."
At 42 years old, St-Pierre acknowledges that he is no longer the same person he was during his competitive years. The hunger and drive that fueled his pursuit of championships have faded. He believes that recognizing this lack of motivation is a sign that retirement is the right choice. St-Pierre reflects, "That hunger is gone. When that hunger is gone, I think it’s a sign that you need to retire. Unfortunately, a lot of fighters don’t follow that sign and they retire too late. I never wanted to be one of those guys."
Despite the absence of competitive fighting, St-Pierre is content with his retirement. He has achieved his goal of leaving the sport healthy and wealthy. His focus now is on training for fun and enjoying high-level sessions while on vacation in Phuket. With a remarkable career record of 26-2 and 13 wins in UFC title fights, St-Pierre’s legacy as one of the greatest fighters of all time remains untarnished.
