At the age of 40, Caleb Truax, a native of Osseo, Minnesota, has decided to retire from boxing. Truax, a former world champion, believes that boxing is a young man’s sport and feels that it is time to hang up his gloves. The decision was solidified after his last fight, a loss in June last year, where he felt that he was slowing down during the match.
Despite growing up playing baseball and football, Truax did not start boxing until he was 19. He expresses gratitude for the sport as he was able to travel the world, make lifelong friends, and achieve success in his boxing career. With a record of 31-6-2, Truax has had numerous fights in venues such as the Armory in Minneapolis and other places in Minnesota. He credits the support of Minnesota fans for his success and acknowledges the excitement of fighting in front of hometown crowds.
Truax’s retirement marks the end of 20 years of dedication to boxing, and he is ready to move on to other endeavors. While reflecting on his career, Truax describes it as a remarkable journey filled with memorable moments. Despite saying goodbye to boxing, he is grateful for the experiences and opportunities the sport has provided him.
