“Shut the F**k Up and Retire”: Yordenis Ugas Giving Update on His Eye Injury With Motivational Rant Following Consecutive Second Loss Draws Concerning Remarks From Fans

Yordenis Ugas shared two photos of himself through his X account. Both showed him to have severe swelling around his right eye. So much so that it appeared shut. However, highlighting the misery afflicting his eye, the Cuban-born boxer and Olympic bronze medalist shared a motivational epilogue. He wrote about always envisioning himself pleading with the doctor to allow him to continue. He could never give up or sit quietly in the corner. Even the doctor at the hospital highlighted how he ended up injured for the second time in a row for the same reason.

Ugas said, “…I will always share my story, so those who love me will be motivated, and those who hate me will also be motivated, not so that you feel sorry for me…don’t need you to feel sorry for me. I am a successful man, respected in the world of boxing, fulfilling my dreams, and I have something that nothing can buy, which is the respect of my Cuban community.” Soon, many followers joined, sharing their thoughts. While most requested that he care for his health, a few couldn’t resist advising him to hang up the gloves.

A wide range of opinions

The following fan told Yordenis Ugas to quit his rambling and go home.

The following user highlighted that his situation barely bothered anyone. Moreover, Errol Spence Jr. last year and later Mario Barrios this year defeated him consecutively.

This fan told Ugas not to forget that health was the key to financial success. His loved ones would hate finding him blind in one eye once he hung the gloves.

Almost on similar lines, the following user exhorted Yordenis Ugas to stop hurting himself. He deserves a lot of respect, but it doesn’t bode well. All through the years, he has absorbed a hell of a lot of punishment. While Ugas remains a true warrior, the user highlighted that perhaps it’s time to focus on health and spend more time with loved ones.

Perhaps a die-hard fan, the following fan finds Yordenis Ugas, in every sense of the word, a genuine warrior. The fan also confirmed that the Cuban boxer would always remain in his prayers.

Whenever the name Yordenis Ugas crops up, most remember him as the boxer who defeated the legend Manny Pacquiao in his last professional fight. While he succeeded in the title defense, Ugas couldn’t hold the WBA (Super) Welterweight belt for long.

Yordenis Ugas: Through injuries and losses

In an excellent performance, Errol Spence Jr. defeated him the following year. Concerned over Ugas’ swollen right eye, the ringside physician recommended stopping the match. Yordenis Ugas returned over a year later to face Mario Barrios on the undercard of Canelo Alvarez versus Jermell Charlo. His fate had barely altered. He suffered his second consecutive defeat in two years. Once again, concerns arose since his right eye had swollen shut by the eleventh round. However, the doctor allowed the fight to continue. It remains to be seen whether it’s time for the former world champion to call it a day while his health still permits or if he wishes to chase that last gasp of glory.

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What’s your take on the reactions? Ugas is 37 years old, so do you think it’s time he considers retiring from boxing? Please share your views with us in the comments below.

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