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Published 14:56 25 Apr 2016 BST
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“I was born with a factor missing in my blood called Factor XIII," Holohan explained. "I never disclosed it then or now. I can no longer pass the medical requirements to compete.” “I knew that it was so rare that organizations wouldn't understand or take the chance with me, as I have found out now. I never explained in full to my coach John Kavanagh or my team the actual risks because I didn't think there was excess risk.”https://twitter.com/arielhelwani/status/724595178632302592?lang=en Holohan admitted he was ambivalent about his retirement, explaining he was delighted about how his career played out, but he feels upset about having to leave professional fighting behind.
“I’m happy because I always wore my heart on my sleeve, never cheated, never turned away from diversity or challenges, and always strived to inspire and encourage people from all backgrounds,” “And I’m sad because I will never make that walk again, under those lights, feeling all those uncomfortable, yet life-giving feelings as they count and you hear ‘Walk, walk, walk,’ staring into a camera, knowing millions are watching, but most importantly the Irish are watching."
Holohan closed his statement by thanking his SBG teammates, his coach John Kavanagh and his fans, particularly the Irish supporters who have always been in his corner.
“Thanks to all of my team over the past nine years at SBG. My coach John who backed me regardless when I had nothing but effort to offer him in payment, it’s been an incredible journey for this council kid!" “To all the Irish people and people of my hometown of Tallaght who have always caught my falls and helped me back to my feet, I am forever grateful to the people who have backed me through thick and thin. This has made me the man I am today.”
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