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Alexandre Pantoja on a trip with his family. Photo: Instagram reproduction
Undisputed flyweight champion (up to 56,7 kg) and on a collision course for another title defense, fight week is already bringing strong emotions for Alexandre Pantoja . Married and father of two children, the Brazilian experienced a strong emotion when watching a video produced by the UFC with testimonials from his two boys, Nicolas and Cauã. The moment was published on the Ultimate's social networks last Thursday (4).
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In the video, the two boys talk about their father's role in their lives and how Pantoja's advice helps them grow as human beings. The testimony brought tears to the champion's eyes.
“One thing my father often tells us is about not fearing success. To live without fear of the moment and just leave everything there. Alexandre Pantoja is our father, and our idol. Dad, we love you and are very proud of you. Go out there and show that you are the best in the world. And don't be afraid of success,” they both said.
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"Wow! I can only thank God for the gift and the blessing of being their father," said Pantoja, visibly emotional.
Pantoja has a troubled relationship with his father.
Pantoja celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1990, the fighter saw his relationship with his father become distant after his parents' divorce while he was still a teenager. After defeating Brandon Moreno and becoming the Ultimate champion, he used the post-fight interview inside the octagon to question whether his father would be proud of him after the victory.
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