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'The start of something new' - British heavyweight boxer David Haye retires

June 13, 2018
5th May 2018, O2 Arena, London, England; Matchroom Boxing, The Rematch, Tony Bellew versus David Haye; David Haye acknowledges the crowd during the pre fight introductions

David Haye. (Source: Photosport)

British heavyweight boxer David Haye has retired.

The 37-year-old former WBA champion said he was ready to walk away from the sport.

Haye was quoted on BBC as saying he's "ready to close this chapter in my life" but "this is not the end of my story - it's simply the start of something new".

His last fight was a loss to fellow Briton Tony Bellow in May.

Haye leaves boxing with a record of four defeats in 32 fights.

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