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“At the end of the day, it is about winning and doing your best,” he continued. “I don’t feel like I can perform at my best anymore.”<\/em><\/p>\n
Newell compiled an impressive 13-1 record throughout his 6 year MMA career, with his only loss being against undefeated WSOF champion Justin Gaethje back in 2014.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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