British boxer Cyrus Pattinson opened up about his arduous journey back to the ring after facing serious health issues. In a recent interview with Sky Sports, the pugilist shared how he overcame the toughest period of his life.
Pattinson suffered a loss to Conah Walker on August 23, 2024, which marked his last appearance in the ring.
However, the real challenge emerged months after his victory over Jorick Luisetto on September 22, 2023. During a training session in December of that year, he noticed a troubling issue with his vision.
Pattinson explained that his vision was misaligned, with images jumping from one eye to the other. The severity of the problem led him to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with trauma behind the eye.
This diagnosis not only prevented him from boxing but also prohibited him from engaging in any form of physical exercise.
During his interview with Sky Sports, Cyrus Pattinson revealed the difficulties he endured during his recovery. He also described how being unable to train impacted his mental health. According to him, losing the ability to train felt like being “in a car without wheels.”
“I was thinking: ‘Is this going to heal?’ I had to wear a patch for months. I didn’t know when I could take the patch off,” Pattinson revealed.
“Training’s always been a crutch,” Pattinson said.
Boxing and exercise have been fundamental pillars in his life, and losing them made him feel like he was also losing his purpose.
“It’s my calling at the end of the day. It’s something that I’m really good at and I’ve done all my life, and it’s a massive part of my identity,” added Pattinson.
Despite the challenges, Pattinson fully recovered after six months of treatment.
“I made a full recovery, got my license back. That was my worry as well,” expressed Pattinson.
Now, more motivated than ever, Cyrus Pattinson is ready to step back into the ring.
This Friday, November 22, 2024, he will face Andrei Antonov in Newcastle. The card will also feature Harlem Eubank’s debut at welterweight against Nurali Erdogan.
“This has been the hardest fight of my life,” confessed Pattinson.
“No anesthetic to numb the pain or to slow your mind down. You deal with it every day,” Pattinson stated.
“There’s probably not really anyone that knows the full ins and outs of where you’ve been mentally, spiritually, and emotionally,” Pattinson noted.
Cyrus Pattinson affirms that this comeback holds special significance for him. For the British boxer, a true fighter is someone who overcomes setbacks and comes back stronger.
Despite his return, Pattinson isn’t focused on titles or long-term goals. The British boxer expressed gratitude to everyone who supported him during his recovery.
With his return to the ring, Cyrus Pattinson aims not only to revive his career but also to inspire others with his story of resilience.
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