President Donald Trump was the first to learn about the retirement plans of Henry Cejudo, a celebrated figure in UFC history.
Henry Cejudo, the former champion in two weight classes, has announced he will retire after his next fight. This decision comes after his return to the octagon in 2023, following an initial retirement in 2020. Cejudo had previously stepped away from fighting after defending his bantamweight title but returned to challenge Aljamain Sterling.
Renowned for defeating Demetrious Johnson to claim the flyweight title and for his Olympic gold medal in wrestling, Cejudo`s comeback journey has been marked by tough opponents, most recently facing controversy due to an eye poke in his defeat against Song Yadong.
Henry Cejudo Informs Donald Trump of Retirement Plans
During the NCAA Wrestling Championships, Henry Cejudo and President Donald Trump had a brief meeting. Cejudo, known to be among President Trump`s favorite fighters and a supporter in both his 2020 and 2024 campaigns, shared his decision.
President Trump inquired about Cejudo`s condition after his recent fight and eye injury against Song Yadong in Seattle. Cejudo responded positively and revealed his plans to retire after one more fight.
Adding to the occasion, Cejudo received a commemorative coin bearing the President’s Seal, as showcased in a social media video by his producer Dylan Rush.
Eye Injury Concerns Following UFC Seattle Fight
Cejudo`s recent main event fight in Seattle against Song Yadong was fraught with challenges, leading to a doctor`s stoppage between rounds due to multiple eye pokes. This resulted in a technical decision and severe injuries for Cejudo.
Post-fight examinations at a local hospital revealed that Cejudo suffered from diplopia, soft tissue damage, and a corneal abrasion due to the eye pokes. Doctors cautioned him about the proximity to potential blindness in one eye from the injury.
In a post-fight interview with Michael Bisping, Cejudo humorously addressed the situation, referencing Bisping`s own history with eye issues. Despite the humor, the injury raises serious concerns.
