Rico Verhoeven on the Near End of His Career Rico Verhoeven on the Near End of His Career
In a recent interview, kickboxing world champion Rico Verhoeven shared his thoughts on the end of his career. The 35-year-old explained that he is in a phase of reflection, during which he increasingly realizes that his active time in the ring will not last much longer. Verhoeven emphasized that it is important for him to be transparent with his fans and to involve them in his thoughts and decisions.
Verhoeven, who is considered one of the best heavyweight kickboxers in history, is aware of the challenges that a long career brings. Time and again, he has grappled with the thought of what the future holds when his athletic career comes to an end. In particular, he mentioned that he needs to think about his alternatives, whether in coaching or, for example, in the entertainment industry.
Things will get especially exciting in the near future as the kickboxer will face Levi Rigters in the ring. This match promises to be an exciting contest where Verhoeven may have the opportunity to defend his title. Verhoeven and Rigters have developed an exciting rivalry, and Verhoeven stated that he regards Rigters as a strong opponent and sees the encounter as a significant challenge.
The world champion also explained that he has steadily evolved over the last few years and that it is important for him to stay up to date with techniques and tactics in kickboxing.He is aware that new talents like Levi Rigters are constantly on the rise and it is his job to strive even harder to maintain his dominance.
Verhoeven concluded the interview by stating that he is grateful for every single encounter and challenge his career has offered him so far. He hopes that his fans can continue to be part of his decisions in the future, especially when it comes to the search for a new path after kickboxing. This openness has not only earned him respect in the sport but also a loyal fan base that accompanies him on his journey.
In conclusion, the world champion expressed that he greatly values the fascination for the sport and the recognition from his fans. He looks optimistically to the future and believes that, regardless of when he ends his career, he can leave a lasting impression. This is a memorable moment not only for Verhoeven himself but also for all kickboxing fans who have followed his journey over the years.
Author: Anita Faake, Sunday, December 8, 24
