In an article posted on a Korean Website, Hong Man Choi has stated that he has been medically excused from military service in South Korea due to a tumor on his Pituitary gland.
The 7'2 fighter, perhaps best known for his loss to Fedor Emelianenko, submitted medical papers to the military, claiming he was unfit to complete basic training as the tumor causes problems with his viewing. Choi has previously indicated that he has vision problems, specifically when he suffered a loss to Mighty Mo after not seeing a heavy right hook that knocked him out.
Choi will have to be reassessed in 3 months to see if his condition has improved enough for him to resume basic training, or if he will be excused permenantly from service. This is causing worries amongst fans, as they are concerned he will be stopped from fighting due to this vision problem. He has been refused a fight liscense in the past by the California State Athletic Commission, after the tumor came to light in a medical. Hopefully this won't keep Choi from fighting in the future.
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