SGFormer UFC fighter and Olympic wrestler Ben Askren officially retired from competitive wrestling after suffering a loss to Belal Muhammad in a comeback bout at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. The match, organized by Real American Freestyle, marked Askren's return to the sport following a severe health crisis that included a double lung transplant due to pneumonia, a prolonged coma, and significant weight loss. Despite physical challenges, Askren competed on his 42nd birthday, finishing the match with a 3-0 lead before being defeated 6-3. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to compete again and left his wrestling shoes on the mat as a symbol of his retirement.
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