Lomachenko announces retirement at age 37

Vasiliy Lomachenko was about as accomplished as could could be imagined for a fighter with just over 20 pro fights.

After much consideration Vasiliy Lomachenko (18-3, 12 KOs) has decided to retire from the sport of boxing at 37 years old. Lomachenko would post a message on his Instagram page today in order to make his announcement to the world.

“First and foremost I want to thank our lord Jesus Christ for everything he has done for me, for guiding a prideful young man down a path that ultimately showed me that fame, legacy and recognition are not the true purpose of life. I’m grateful for every victory and every defeat, both in the ring and in life.

“I’m thankful as my career comes to an end I’ve gained clarity about the direction a person must take in order to achieve true victory, not just in the ring,” Lomachenko would say before going on to give particular thanks to his family and friends.

“And of course I would be remiss not to thank you, my dear boxing fans around the world. You have always supported me with passion and have lived through unforgettable fights alongside me for over a decade.”

As Lomachenko — an amateur boxing legend who scored two Olympic gold medals and quickly became a world champion at the professional level — chooses an alternate path, we wish him all the best in his future endeavors.