After the second defeat in a row, Geoff Neal opens up about the result and confirms a break in his career

G. Neal will take a career break. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Considered, by many, as one of the most promising fighters in the welterweight division (up to 77kg.), Geoff neal He is going through the most turbulent phase of his career. The North American, who lost to Neil Magny No. UFC Las Vegas 26 last Saturday (8), suffered its second defeat in a row. On his social networks, he spoke about the confrontation and revealed that he did not have the ideal preparation to take action.

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“Even in defeat, I am still proud. It was an honor to go there with the veteran Neil Magny. Now, I'll probably take some time off and take care of my health. I have dealt with intermittent and severe illnesses. I almost gave up the fight last week because I was vomiting/diarrhea for three days. But I said f*** it and cut 16kg in a week. Probably a super dangerous/stupid decision,” Neal wrote on his official Instagram account.

Since it was discovered in the 'Contender Series’, Geoff neal he had eight fights in four years. In addition to the outburst, the fighter also assures that he will take a break from his career, in order to take care of his health. However, he also says he will be back soon and even promises 'revenge' upon his return.

“Now I'm going on my first real vacation, to Hawaii, starting next week. I will come back, I will do a blood test to find out what is happening to my body and I promise you (fans) that I will be back with a vengeance”, concluded the American.

At 30, Geoff neal has a record of 13 wins and four losses in his career, which began in 2012. He has a nickname Handz of Steel (hands of steel, in free translation) for the power of his punches, which defined eight of his 13 triumphs.

 

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