Canadian featherweight Mark (The Machine) Hominick retires from MMA at 30

December 11, 2012 - 8:20 PM

TORONTO - Canadian featherweight Mark (The Machine) Hominick is retiring at the age of 30.

The veteran mixed martial arts fighter made the announcement on the "UFC Tonight" TV show.

Hominick (20-12) has lost his last four fights, a run that start with a loss to champion Jose Aldo at April 129 in April 2011 in Toronto.

Hominick rallied in the fifth round against Aldo for a thrilling finale but lost the decision.

Hominick's pro career dates back to 2002. He fought in both the UFC and WEC.

News from © The Canadian Press, 2012

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