Octopus Paul Allen To Retire

Celebrity Octopus Paul Allen is set to retire after a successful FIFA World Cup 2010. He became a worldwide sensation when he predicted 8 out of 8 correct, with some predictions even baffling experts, but still coming true (read: Octopus Paul Allen Predicts All Correct for FIFA World Cup 2010). At first not much attention was paid to these predictions, but as time went by and he got even the most bizarre predictions correct, he became a worldwide sensation, nothing less than a celebrity.

People will continue to debate on whether he has some psychic powers or the run was just a fluke. Though there might never be an end to the discussions, Octopus Paul Allen did his job and became a household name all over the globe. But no more predictions from him now as he will retire. He will now lead a quiet relaxed life away from media attention. Tanja Munzig, Spokeswoman, Sea Life Aquarium, Oberhausen, Germany, told AP Television news, "The intuitive invertebrate will go into retirement and do what he likes to do best: play with his handlers and delight children who come visit to him."

A last task or a curtain call if we may term it, was performed by Octopus Paul Allen on Monday. A golden cup very similar to the World Cup garnished with mussels was lowered into his tank. Paul ignored the bait completely, and showed the world that he isn't any ordinary octopus. Anyway, he is all set to enjoy his well earned retirement. Well done Paul!