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The man had a massive year, he exhausted, give him some slack

No one in the armwrestling scene deserves a bigger rest more than you Devon. Your journey past 4 years chasing Levan has been incredible. Looking forward to the next chapter. 💪

Train Brian and Eddy, Let’s gooo!

Also Dev u look super sober and clear headed here. This is def the right thing. Re center your Chi !!!

You don't owe an apology to anyone!! You had 13 supermatches in 2023 at the highest level, more than most people had in their careers. Levan had 13 supermatches in 6 years. Hope you travel the world and armwrestle everyone for fun, Cosmic Punch style! Personally, I miss those deload videos and fun stuff from travelling, including crazy collabs as it used to be!

You know what, it’s the right move. Take this time to reflect, reset, and maybe just truly go around the world and promote armwrestling to it max potential.

I totally get it, you've been giving it 100% for such a long time, taking a break from competition will probably do you well, and I'm sure training other people like Brian Shaw is probably going to be tons of fun. Can't wait to see it.

Life balance is most important. Bravo for slowing down long enough to remember that.

Ein Mann ein Wort Ein Devon ein Wörterbuch

My boy is not done. And will be back

Take your time, champ! No pressure.

Denis, Ermes, Levan back to back ... what a beast!!! You need to take care of yourself champ... looking forwarding to seeing you compete again once you think you're ready to return! love you!

i think this is devons beginning of adding conventional strength training to his regime

Huge fan and I'm exhausted from rooting for you this past year and a half and I could use the rest. I can't imagine how you must be feeling!

You are the true ambassador of the sport! We appreciate you!🙏 Stay strong champ! 💪😎❤️‼️🇨🇦

Devon is the coolest (1m subs soon?)

I’m honestly glad this match isn’t happening to come off a prep and match of levan it would be extremely difficult to get motivated for another match this soon.

It's an emotional rollercoaster, I don't imagine many of us can relate to that level of extreme in either the high or low. Always a fan 💪🏼

⚠️loved it. Looked weak/off vs Kurdecha and Jablonski. Could tell something was up. Heal big bro. Take that R&R ! We love u

Hope all is well champ

Having just recently discovered you sir I am devouring your content & although I regret not being able to see you 'work' in person somewhere now until you're ready to get back after it.. I totally understand fwiw and believe you're doing the right thing. I am an aging competitor (darts, steel tip - so mostly mental, obviously NOT very physical) who was forced to take a long (long) break and had never really been able to "get after" the tournament trail properly even back when I could play the occasional one. Things have changed recently. As I have been getting ready for my first tournament in years (Oregon Open-Portland) coming up this next weekend your confidence & demeanor...and certain things I can't quite put my finger on are inspiring to me. There's just such a genuineness to your confidence bubba. We all have obstacles & I can only imagine yours but please know you have impacted people wide & far...folks who have (regrettably) never seen a proper arm wrestling match live or knew a man like you existed within that world. I wish you the best rest & I'll have my popcorn ready when you decide the time is right again.

Wish you all the best from 🇬🇪 learning lot from you champ ✊🏼

Shout out from ID. You are always with me to give me inspiration, thank you for all you have done and given.

Closing in on a Million subscribers.. Way to go champ.

Introspection about where you've been and where you're going while settling into the moment is key for every man. Looking forward to your journey within and with out. Keep pulling into the next life chapter 💪🏼

Great analogy there with the having a baby example! Makes perfect sense. You are the man Devon. I think I speak for every one of us, when I say I seriously look up to you.

No matter what you do some people are going to hate on it. But I totally respect your decision not to pull if your heart is not into it. Lots of guys would just collect a check but you're not lots of guys and that's why you're so beloved. Come back when you're ready champ

I'm always rooting for you :)

Guys he's number two in the world, and had more than 10 matches in a year just to prove himself with monsters. You definitely needs a break and come back even stronger

Everything you prepare and compete and I can see and feel with you... beautiful feeling.

You’re the best guy. Stuck with your heart and how you feel in life. ❤

You have been my inspiration for several years since I found your early you tube videos, I came from a strength background, powerlifting, in my younger years, left it, had a family, moved on...then saw you, exact same age as myself, fellow canadian, I was inspired!!! Began training again at what I consider a complete beginner level again. I'm now healthier, stronger and a better me than I've been in 10 years. You deserve the rest and I look forward to hearing about your next chapter whatever that may be...and thank you...thank you, thank you so much.

The loss took a heavy physical and mental strain on devin..tough getting pumped up to fight when your not feeling it..well deserved rest for the G.O.A.T

This honestly feels like it makes most sense, the turn around was extremely quick and I feel you're making by far the smartest move by taking some time. Best of luck to you and yours.

I hope everything is alright with you brother! Praying for ya!

You deserve a break my friend. Congrats on having the insight to take it when the time is right for you. Looking forward to the future!!

We're with u always brother

Well done champ. You carried that torch SEVERAL times round the block. Enjoy your sabbath. As long as it takes I’ll wait.

Damn get some rest come back when you’re ready bub. Your fans love and support you

Time to chill and enjoy arm wrestling just for the fun of it. We will enjoy it right be your side, since you shared your passion with us and for some it became a personal passion. I know we'll see you soon and the hype will be all over the place.

You deserve a break. Rest your body and your mind. You will only come back stronger. Stay massive my friend.

You deserve anything you’ve done everything for this sport your a legend ❤

Much love

You've cracked a lot of people love to see it when you return. ✌️💪

No limits ❤❤

I love you man, keep it up. Keep working hard and towards your goals. You are my inspiration!

You are warrior and champion we love you for it. Take your time you achieved so much. If u compete again u got our support as always 😊

That just the right move right now for you, rest and enjoy your summer🌞

Very few superheavyweights competed at the same level ever as Devon did last year. Dave, Genadi, Ermes, Denis, Georgi, Levan. Who has the will to do that??, at his age??

Probably one of the wisest most mature decisions I’ve witnessed in any sport. Enjoy your family, get your feet on some grass and breathe.

Can't wait to see you training Brian ❤

Good call Devon, when you're ready, we'll be ready to support, all the way. You do you brother.

Respect to you Devon. Take the time you need, re-anchor yourself and you'll come out stronger in the end. You helped alot of people with your mindset, your drive and your determination. Were all behind you, stay massive!!

Rest up, recovery training, then rebuild 💪

No worries Champ. You have been on fire, kicking ass forever. You need time, you deserve it. We will be here for you always. 💪

Fala mano , conheci você recentemente, vi alguns vídeos seus , parabéns! Muito sucesso para você

Hope to see you soon. But take all the time you need. Love from Finland.

Thank you for the inspiration.

This is already a new Devon we're seeing. He doesn't look like Wolverine anymore !

"Everybody needs a little time away" - chicago

That's 100% understandable Devon, hope you and your family are fine!

It ain’t about how hard you hit, it’s about how hard you can GET hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward.

I just love you and Auden making reference to my favorite legend.

We all love you and everything you've done Devon.

huge fan Devon, I cant wait to see you be the greatest in the world. no one deserves it more, and STAY MASSIVE!

Good evening my friend and thank you for sharing your journey

I'm happy Devon decided to take a break!

I hear you bro , the band I just quit was together longer than the Beatles were but my back is too touchy for me to be reliable to be healthy on any given date. Do what you can do when u can do it... you're still fckn hilarious and have a great singing voice so keep posting! 😆

Very smart! Take a break as long as you need and you’ll get stronger mentally physically spiritually 💪 Learn to meditate, the peace is so rejuvenating 👍

You are a legend. We will respect always your decision. Wish you all the best and cant wait for your next video. You are my hero 👏

Not to worry Champ. Completely understandable. You will fight again when you are ready. You’re the best Devon! Huge inspiration to all, on and off the table. Peace ✌️

All My support for you big man you are the best 🎉

I completely understand it, it would be tough to refocus on another huge match plus have to cut weight. Take all the time you need you definitely earned it

Always listen to your instincts and intuition. It never lets you down. Will be exciting to see what happens in the future.

Well you're number 2 on the planet even being lighter than most suierheavies. You definitely still got it man. But if ya decide to retire still on top, most of us would understand. We would be super super sad lol but would completely understand 💪🎃

Thanks for the inspiration Devon 🙏

totally understand Devon, you’ve got to do what’s right for you- you know you’ll be back, at least you got 2 years longer that MMT!!!! we all love you

Condolence devon and to your fam. Sorry for your loss 😢

My legend

No worries! Love all you do Devon🤝🏽

You do what’s best for you and your family man. It’s all good.

Devon you a grown ass man you do you boo.

If anyone deserves this - it's you Devon. You've been on turbo mode for a couple of years and grew the sport to this level.

Poor Devon going through his own version of post partum depression. You can hear it in his voice. Take some time to rest up mentally king. You will be back.

This one hurts can't believe that Devon is laying down the shield!

I just met Devon in Detroit and he’s just as awesome in real life. Rest and ambassadorship feel right for him right now.

Bro come on what you have achieved is amazing

You have been going hard son. You can never get this match or this time back again. Choose wisely. May you have no regrets

Love that decision. Listen to your body

I think the Levan match did something. It doesn't feel the same since Devon lost. I don't know what it is. But it changed him somehow. It didn't break him, but something is different. Devon you can still rock 99% of the dudes in the division, don't give up, my man

Take it easy for a bit champ! Would like to hear how you plan to change your training for the future. Engin and Levan commented on what they thought woulda helped this 2nd go round. Your training obviously worked great for the hand and wrist, you were still improving. Curious to see what you do as i think youll go back up to SHW for greater challenges again after a year or so.

God bless you warrior, rest up, recharge, deload, de-stress and just get back to enjoying training, competition may or may not come again……and either way that’s ok. Respect👊🏼

Good call Devon!

Devon can do no wrong, backing out of a match makes him even greater.

All good Brother. Come back when the fires lit💪

Your workout training is working miracles on daily life activities but I need advice building up my shoulder joints. I'm 51 and trying to get my strength back I had in my 20s.

Damn, i was excited for this match, and it also made sense too. Nevermind champ, you know best, we are with you no matter what.

Love ya devon working to beat one of my opponents who i have always lost to

The sport thanks you for your spirit devon ❤

Hello Mr Devon, I like watching you from France, it reminds me of the films with Stallone "Over the top", WELL DESERVED REST, FOR A STRONGER RETURN... For me you are and will always be the first why because you are humble with a big heart.