Ilia Topuria is undefeated in MMA. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @iliatopuria
Ilia Topuria He may already be feeling the side effects of the biggest battle of his career, ironically, far from the octagon. The Spaniard announced a break In his activities dealing with the divorce proceedings involving his ex-wife, Giorgina Uzcategui, a conflict that, despite an initial victory in court, is already directly impacting his routine, assets, and sporting career in the UFC.
According to information from the Infobae website, Ilia Topuria He put his mansion, valued at US$3,5 million (approximately R$17,5 million), up for sale. The property was shared with his ex-wife and is located in one of the most luxurious areas of Madrid, also serving as a base for part of the lightweight champion's (up to 70,3kg) training.
According to the Spanish publication, the residence boasts high-end amenities, including a private gym, spa, 24-hour security, and a garage with space for six vehicles.
Ilia Topuria wins legal battle against ex-wife.
According to the Spanish newspaper Marca, the court ruled in favor of Ilia Topuria by rejecting all requests made by Giorgina to travel with the couple's daughter from Spain to Miami.
The judge also dismissed the argument presented by the ex-wife, who claimed the need to leave the country due to alleged online harassment. The decision highlighted that the airline tickets had already been purchased 12 days before Topuria's public statement, which subsequently gained significant media attention.
According to Marca, the lightweight champion went about four months without seeing his daughter, a period which, according to the court, occurred due to the mother's decision to prevent contact between father and daughter.
Ilia Topuria's UFC Future
Topuria celebrates her UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
With Ilia Topuria Unable to compete, the UFC opted to follow the division's schedule and announced the fight between Paddy Pimblett e Justin gaethje as the main fight of UFC 324, valid for the interim lightweight title (up to 70,3kg). The duel took place on January 24th, with the American winning after an intense five-round battle.
The expectation now is that Ilia Topuria in front Justin gaethje in the fight to unify the linear belt in the category, on a date yet to be determined.
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