Wife comforts Stipe Miocic after UFC 309 retirement, reveals career secret

Stipe Miocic announced retirement after defeat to Jon Jones. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFCIndia

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'The gloves hanging up, the voice choked and a grateful heart'. This is how the emotional farewell of Stipe Miocic. After resounding defeat all with Jon Jones for the heavyweight belt (up to 120,2 kg) in UFC 309 last Saturday (16), which forced him to hang up his gloves, the former champion was comforted by a moving message from his wife.

In a post on social media, Ryan Marie Carney, who goes by the name 'Mrs. Miocic' on Instagram, shared a compilation of memorable moments from her husband's career.

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“What a journey! 12 years of memories that will last a lifetime. The records you broke, the obstacles you overcame, the shows you put on. Always the most underrated and unsung champion, but the man who never looked for, nor needed anyone. You accepted every win and loss with nothing but grace and respect. The most talented heavyweight champion in UFC history. Years of hard work and sacrifice, all while being the best husband and father anyone could ever imagine! It was an honor to be by your side and watch you live your wildest dreams,” wrote Miocic’s wife, Ryan Marie Carney.

Stipe Miocic is a former UFC heavyweight champion and considered by many to be the greatest name in the history of the division. At 42 years old, the fighter left the sport with a record of 20 wins and five losses. Among his main achievements, the victories over Daniel Cormier, Francis Ngannou e Junior Gypsy.