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Over the weekend, news broke that UFC flyweight Jimmy Flick had announced his retirement from a regional promotion. It was a definite surprise; Flick achieved a very successful 2020 and won four fights, which included an LFA title, ‘Contender Series’ victory, and an incredible flying triangle in his UFC debut, earning him an extra $ 50 earn.
As for his martial arts future, it looked like the 30-year-old veteran, who had fought for more than a decade before ever stepping into the Octagon. When he got there, Flick realized that UFC fighter is not the way for him or his family.
“I have to justify what I mean by that,” Flick said. What the hell (transcript via MMAFighting). “The UFC never did me any harm. I like everything the UFC has done for me. I like the goals I got for coming to the UFC, for the person who made me.
‘But what I mean by that is there are no benefits to not hitting my body in the UFC anymore. We have no 401k. We have no benefits. We have no relapse. Fighters are too stupid to unite, and that will never happen, because there are other fighters who will fight for the money. I like the money I got, but it’s just to show everyone that money does not buy happiness. ”
Flick got a bit of a setback for his decision and questioned his bravery and dedication. “The Brick” defends itself, referring to his long career, as well as all the physical and mental trauma a professional fighter has.
“Look, I have 20 pro fights,” Flick replies. “I was just arguing with UFC veterinarians … This is not it. I’m 16-5, and it’s dead or killed. I only had three fights that decided. When the lack no longer exists, I do not do it to my family, my coaches, my training partners, everyone who sacrifices everything to keep me going. It’s not there anymore, and it was a hard way to find out, but I’m happy with it. ”
Despite the sudden retirement, Flick already appears to be at peace with his decision, though the UFC has kept the door open for a potential return. He appears ready for the next chapter in his life, which involves writing a book about his journey to the Octagon.
[The UFC] did everything they said in their contract, everything I agreed to, ”he said. “I did not want anything more. It’s just the fact that once I got there and experienced it, I realized that it was just going to take more from me, and I would still have to keep my job to take care of my family and my loved ones. ”
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