Brock Lesnar announces retirement during Pat McAfee Show appearance

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Brock Lesnar announces retirement during Pat McAfee Show appearance
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Brock Lesnar announced his retirement from wrestling on the Pat McAfee Show today. He noted that his emotional experience following a match against Oba Femi at WrestleMania prompted this decision. Lesnar, who turned 49 last month, previously announced his retirement in 2004 and earlier this year, only to return shortly thereafter. Reports suggest his unpredictability and the nature of wrestling mean a return cannot be ruled out. He indicated that this could be a final farewell at SummerSlam, which took place in his home state of Minnesota.

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  • Brock Lesnar announced retirement today on Pat McAfee Show.
  • He cited emotional experience after WrestleMania match against Oba Femi.
  • Lesnar previously retired in 2004 and earlier this year.
  • Wrestling career spans various promotions including UFC and NFL.
  • Uncertainty remains about the permanence of his retirement.
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  • 8:30 PMYahoo SportsBrock Lesnar Just Retired: Here’s Why It’s Unlikely To Stick
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Brock Lesnar announced his retirement on the 'Pat McAfee Show,' but as is the case with most wrestling retirements, it is unlikely to stick.

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