Carlos Prates, known as ‘The Nightmare,’ has announced his intention to retire from professional fighting by the age of 35 or 36 due to the extensive physical toll of nearly 140 fights on his body. During a recent interview on The Ariel Helwani Show, the 32-year-old welterweight fighter shared the daily struggles he faces with pain, particularly in his back and feet, which significantly impacts his mobility and quality of life. Prates revealed that each morning, he experiences severe pain that requires about 20 minutes of recovery before he can walk comfortably. Despite these challenges, he remains hopeful for a welterweight title shot and is prepared to wait until 2026 for the opportunity. He is confident that he will compete for the title against the winner of the upcoming fight between Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry. However, Prates also acknowledged that a lucrative paycheck could persuade him to extend his career beyond his planned retirement, highlighting the financial realities faced by fighters in the UFC.