Tom Duquesnoy retires from MMA after early success with UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Tom Duquesnoy, a former UFC prospect, announced his retirement from MMA at 25. Duquesnoy last fought in March 2018, winning against Terrion Ware, but withdrew from a scheduled fight with Nathaniel Wood due to injury. He expressed a lack of desire to continue competing, despite feeling capable, citing a connection to personal growth and new interests in coaching and the arts. Duquesnoy’s decision comes amidst the rise of MMA in France, where he has chosen to mentor upcoming fighters instead.
- •Duquesnoy retires after a 16-2 record in MMA and 2-1 in UFC
- •He has transitioned to coaching and exploring yoga and acting
- •His last fight was a win at UFC Fight Night 127 in March 2018
- •Duquesnoy cites a loss of inner motivation for continuing to fight
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Inside ex-UFC prospect Tom Duquesnoy's decision to retire early
"For Tom Duquesnoy, fighting always had a deeper spiritual meaning.
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