New career? Arman Tsarukyan surprises by revealing his post-retirement hobby.

Tsarukyan at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/armantsarukyan

Passed over by Dana White and completely sidelined from a lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) title fight, Arman Tsarukyan has found ways to spend his free time and even contemplate his post-career. In an interview with ACBJJ last Monday (15), the Armenian revealed his interest in competing in Triathlon after hanging up the gloves.

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According to the top-ranked fighter in the UFC's most populous division, becoming an amateur triathlete would be a great option. hobby, mainly because of the opportunities offered by the activity.

“I’m going to dedicate myself entirely to triathlon. I’m very good at cycling and I swim well; just add running and you’ll be traveling the world. There are competitions, the communities are diverse, you meet different people, and it’s a very interesting hobby,” he stated.

Arman Tsarukyan intends to take up triathlon once he retires from MMA

"I'm going to take up triathlon altogether. I'm very good at riding a bicycle and I swim well; just add running and you'll be traveling the world. There are competitions, the communities are diverse, you meet… pic.twitter.com/j5HwuAynLM

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) December 16, 2025

Arman Tsarukyan is not having a good time in the UFC.

Tsarukyan celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/armantsarukyan

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Despite coming off victories against Charles of the Bronx e Dan Hooker, Arman Tsarukyan He is far from having a good time in the world's largest MMA organization. The Armenian was sidelined for the interim title challenger position after the hiatus of Ilia Topuria and will have to wait at least a year to have the opportunity to test their strength against the champion.