Caleb Truax, a native of Osseo, Minnesota, has retired from boxing. At 40 years old, he believes that the sport is for young men and it’s time to hang up his gloves. His decision was solidified after his last fight in June of 2019 where he felt that he was slowing down during the match.
Truax is a former world champion who achieved one of the highlights of his career in 2017 when he pulled off an upset against James DeGale in a super middleweight title fight in London, England. Despite growing up playing baseball and football, Truax did not start boxing until he was 19. He expresses gratitude for the sport as it allowed him 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. While reflecting on his career, Truax describes it as a remarkable journey filled with memorable moments.
Truax’s retirement marks the end of 20 years of dedication to boxing, and he is ready to move on to other endeavors. Despite saying goodbye to boxing, he is grateful for the experiences and opportunities the sport has provided him.