Court McGee Announced Retirement After UFC 332
The 41-year-old Utah native ended his 16-year career following a TKO loss to Eric Nolan.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Veteran fighter Court McGee retired from mixed martial arts following his third-round TKO loss to Eric Nolan at UFC 332. The 41-year-old athlete removed his gloves in the ring to announce his departure from the sport to Joe Rogan.
Why it matters
McGee concludes a long-standing tenure in the organization that began when he earned a UFC contract by winning the TUF 11 Finale in 2010. His decision to retire aligns with his previously stated intentions to exit the sport following this specific event.
Court McGee finishes his career with a total record of 22-15 and a UFC record of 11-14. His credentials include an 11-1 regional record and a 3-1 performance during his time on The Ultimate Fighter.
The players
Court McGee
He is a professional mixed martial artist from Utah who competed in the UFC for 16 years.
Eric Nolan
He is the professional fighter who defeated Court McGee via third-round TKO at UFC 332.
Joe Rogan
He is a prominent UFC color commentator and podcast host who conducted the post-fight interview.
The details
McGee entered the cage for his final bout with a career spanning 16 years, dating back to his professional debut in 2007. Notable past victories for the Utah fighter include a 2013 split decision win over Robert Whittaker and his 2010 victory over Kris McCary.
Timeline
2007: Court McGee began his professional mixed martial arts career.
June 2010: McGee defeated Kris McCary at the TUF 11 Finale.
August 2013: McGee secured a split decision victory over Robert Whittaker.
October 3, 2026: Court McGee officially retired following his fight at UFC 332.
Season Trajectory
The retirement of a long-term veteran like McGee highlights the ongoing turnover in the UFC welterweight and middleweight divisions. His departure closes a chapter for a generation of fighters who transitioned from The Ultimate Fighter reality series to the main UFC roster.
McGee's exit removes a long-standing veteran from the current active roster rankings. Fans and analysts must now adjust expectations for future divisional matchups that previously involved the Utah native.
The takeaway
Retirement serves as a transition point for athletes who have spent over a decade competing at the elite level of mixed martial arts. Fans can look to the historical stats of such long-tenured fighters to understand the physical and competitive demands of a 16-year career.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Heavy.
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