Alex Poatán He is one fight away from reaching the pinnacle of his career in combat sports. A former two-division champion in Glory and the UFC, the Brazilian will be in action at... UFC White House, where it faces Cyryl Gane in a duel valid for the interim heavyweight title (up to 120,2 kg) of the main MMA organization in the world. The trophy, in fact, carries a special meaning for the fighter.
In an interview with 'UFC on Paramount', Poatan highlighted the symbolic weight of a potential victory, describing the belt as something unique in his career. The Brazilian emphasized that, unlike other titles in the organization, this one would have special value because it represents his entire journey, marked by challenges and overcoming obstacles to reach the top of the sport.
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“For me, it will be something very special. Unique. This will only happen once, it's a unique belt, many have the UFC belt, but this one is different, so it will symbolize everything I've been through, all the difficulties to get there,” he said. Alex Poatán.
Donald Trump unveils special UFC belt at the White House.
Dana White and Donald Trump at a UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Recently, Donald Trump received the key figures of UFC White House In the Oval Office. During the meeting, the president revealed that the belts will have a different design from the traditional models used by the UFC. As the card celebrates the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States, the trophies will feature the colors of the American flag.
Check out the UFC White House belt.
President Trump just unveiled a new UFC belt for the White House event 👀 pic.twitter.com/c5Aw4PeP5e
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