Taylor Reveals Shocking Truth Behind Sudden Retirement: The Hidden Pressure No One Saw Coming
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Although Taylor insists he always felt capable of handling those demands, he recognised the physical and mental strain had reached a natural conclusion.
“There are periods where your energy drops,” he explained. “That affects motivation and confidence, and you have to keep picking yourself up to go again.
“I always trusted my own coping mechanisms, but I felt my body and mind were telling me it was the right time for a new challenge.
“I’m fortunate that people value my experience enough to give me the opportunity to help referees in a different role.”
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