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Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson stunned by calls for him to retire after latest UFC loss

Stephen Thompson’s first six years as a professional MMA fighter saw him put together a 13-1 record and earn a shot at the UFC welterweight crown. The past five years have not been as kind to Thompson. His record over that span is 3-5-1. Despite that run, which includes a one-sided decision setback to Belal Muhammad on December 18, the 38-year-old “Wonderboy” is not thinking retirement.

“I lost my fight – got manhandled for three rounds,” Thompson said on his YouTube channel (via MMA Fighting). “Yeah, man – it was a sucky experience, to be honest with you.