WWE fans worldwide react with shock to Brock Lesnar’s emotional retirement signal at WrestleMania 42. The iconic wrestler ended his career in dramatic fashion after a rapid defeat.

Swift Defeat and Symbolic Goodbye

Oba Femi overpowered Lesnar in just four minutes and 42 seconds inside Allegiant Stadium. Tears flowing, Lesnar removed his gloves and boots, placing them center ring in a clear retirement gesture. He then embraced longtime ally Paul Heyman before waving to the appreciative crowd, who chanted “Thank you, Lesnar.”

A Storied Career Comes to an End

At 48, Lesnar departs as a 10-time WWE Champion, two-time Royal Rumble victor, and former UFC Heavyweight Champion—a true legend of combat sports.

Fellow Stars Pay Tribute

Tributes flooded in immediately, including from former WWE star Kurt Angle on X: “Love you my brother. There will only be one like you. Enjoy retirement Brock.”