Moral! Islam Makhachev meets with the President of Serbia and gives him a special gift.

Islam makhachev He was champion in two categories. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.

Ranked first in the UFC's pound-for-pound rankings and with belts won in two different weight classes, Islam makhachev He had the opportunity to meet with the President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, this Wednesday (11). In the meeting, in addition to discussing the development of MMA in the country, the champion presented the host with a very special gift.

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Very grateful, the president revealed that he had been presented with the gloves used by Makhachev in the duel with... Jack Della MaddalenaIn his statement, he even went so far as to define the Russian as the best MMA fighter of all time.

"It was an exceptional pleasure and privilege to receive Islam makhachevHe's an extraordinary athlete, a world champion, and by far the most popular and powerful man I've ever met. The gloves he gave me are from his last fight, when he became a two-time champion and the greatest of all time.

We discussed the importance of sport as the foundation of a healthy society and the role that elite athletes play in motivating young people to develop discipline, responsibility, and perseverance. Serbia continues to support sport and young talent because sport promotes true values, mutual respect, and connects people around the world. I wished Islam continued success and the fulfillment of his greatest dreams, both in the ring and in life,” said Vučić.

Islam makhachev met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and gifted him the gloves from the fight that made him a two-time champion. 🥊🇷🇸

President Vučić said:
“It was an exceptional pleasure and privilege to host @MAKHACHEVMMA , an outstanding athlete, a world champion, and… pic.twitter.com/fRxvhVStdC

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) February 11, 2026

Makhachev responded to the hospitality

Islam makhachev in victory against Jack Della Maddalena. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.

Later, the fighter took to social media to publicly thank the political leader for the reception and declared his willingness to promote the growth of the sport in the nation.

“Thank you very much for your warm hospitality. Although this was my first time in Serbia and my visit was quite short, your country and your people have left me with unforgettable memories. I sincerely appreciate your support for MMA and I believe the sport has a bright future in Serbia. Rest assured that I will dedicate my best efforts to the continued development of MMA here,” he stated.