Brock Lesnar Leaves Boots in Ring, Signaling WWE Retirement

WrestleMania 42 took over Las Vegas this weekend, with the two-night event at Allegiant Stadium drawing over 106,000 fans. One of the biggest moments came when Brock Lesnar appeared to signal his retirement following a surprising loss to Oba Femi. After the match, Lesnar removed his gloves and left his boots in the ring, an emotional gesture often associated with stepping away from the sport. Paul Heyman joined him shortly after, adding to the moment in front of the packed crowd.

Lesnar leaves behind an iconic career that spans WWE and the UFC. Since debuting in 2002, he became one of WWE’s most dominant superstars, winning multiple championships and headlining major events. He also captured the UFC Heavyweight Championship, cementing his legacy across both industries. At 48, it remains to be seen whether this marks the end of his in-ring career or just another chapter in his storied run. Check out the emotional moment above and reactions from around social media below.

WrestleMania 42 also delivered major moments across the card, including Rhea Ripley capturing championship gold in one of the night’s biggest matches.