Undefeated American boxer, former world champion in five divisions and the first ever absolute world champion in three weight categories, 38-year-old Terence Crawford (42 wins, 31 of them by knockout), whom Oleksandr Usyk called the best of the best, announced the end of his career.
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The boxing icon recorded a touching 5-minute video message to fans with the brightest moments of his career.
“Every fighter knows that moment is coming,” Terence Crawford said. “We just never know when. I've been chasing something my whole life. Not belts, not money, not headlines, but that feeling you get when the world doubts you, but you keep showing up and keep proving everyone wrong.”
This sport gave me everything, I fought for my family, I fought for my city, I fought for the kid I once was, the one who had nothing but a dream and a pair of gloves, and I did it my way. I gave this sport every breath, every sparring match, every triumph, every piece of my heart. I have accepted what comes next. Now is the time. Thank you.
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I'm leaving the competition. Not because I'm done fighting, but because I've won a different kind of battle. One where you walk away on your own terms. This isn't a goodbye, it's simply the end of one battle and the beginning of another.
I was lucky enough to realize a dream that began long before there were lights, fans, or world titles. From Omaha (the boxer's hometown. — Author ) to the biggest boxing arenas, every step of this journey was earned through sacrifice, discipline, and faith.
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I gave this sport everything I had. I competed against the best, I rose through the weight classes, and I made history on my own terms. 42-0. Three-time undisputed champion. World champion in five divisions. No shortcuts. No excuses.
“This is not a farewell to boxing… This is a thank you. Thank you to my family, my team, my city and the fans who have been with me through every chapter of my story. Thank you to the sport for shaping me into the person I am today.”
Recall that in his last fight in September 2025, Crawford, as the welterweight champion, moved up to the super middleweight division and defeated the absolute world champion, Mexican Saul “Canelo” Alvarez.
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By the way, together with his beloved Alinda Person (they are still not married), Crawford is raising six children. They have three sons – Terrence Jr., Bud and Tyrese, as well as three daughters – Mia, Talaya and Trinity Michelle.
Previously, “FACTS” reported that undefeated Terence Crawford severely knocked out a Russian in a fight in the United States.
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