Mike Tyson loses to Jake Paul in return to the ring after nearly 20 years

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Mike Tyson lost to Jake Paul in an eight-round boxing match, marking Tyson's first pro fight in nearly 20 years. The judges scored the bout 80-72 and 79-73 in favor of Paul, who eased up in the later rounds. At 58, Tyson showed signs of age, lacking aggression and stamina. Paul, 27, capitalized on Tyson's fatigue, stating he wanted to entertain rather than hurt him. Tyson acknowledged he was not the fighter he once was. The event drew significant attention, with fans hoping for a comeback or a spectacle. However, it highlighted the physical limitations of aging athletes in a sport dominated by youth.


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