UFC superstar Conor McGregor announces retirement

McGregor made the announcement on Sunday

Last updated: June 07, 2020 | 12:47

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LONDON - Mixed martial arts superstar Conor McGregor announced his retirement from the sport on Sunday.

The two division Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) World Champion said his fighting days were over in a Twitter message posted on his verified account.

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