C. Giagos x C. Minus. Photo: Reproduction
Throughout 2020, a lot changed in terms of protocols for changing fight athletes in case something happened regarding Covid-19. This new protection meant that the entity that organized the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fights had to also replace the fins that tested positive for the new coronavirus.
And that's precisely why the UFC Vegas 17 fight between Rick Glenn and Carlton Minus was changed with the replacement of Rick, who ended up testing positive for Covid-19 recently. As a result, the UFC looked for a replacement and the name of Christos Giagos was the first nominee to replace Rick.
According to reliable sources, Christos would have accepted the fight against Carlton. However, nothing official has yet been confirmed by the athlete's press office. However, even if Christos doesn't accept, which is very difficult to happen, Rick is officially out of UFC Vegas 17 due to his problem with Covid-19.
Better for Carlton?
Short-notice changes to fights, in addition to altering athletes' planning on how they will use their strategies against opponents, also change fans' expectations as to who will be the winner. And with Rick leaving the octagon and making room for Christos, the question that remains is whether this will be better or worse for Carlton Minus.
Rick Glenn is 31 years old and is known as The Gladiator. Born in the United States, the American athlete weighs approximately 70 kg and is 1,83 m tall. Trained by Duke Roufus, Rick had 28 fights, 21 of which ended in victory and 6 in defeat. So far there have been 11 knockout victories and he has never been knocked out by his opponents.
Yes, Christos Giagos is known as The Spartan. The athlete, who is also from the United States, is 1,78m tall and 30 years old. In its entire history, 25 fights were held, 17 of which ended in victory for Christos and 8 in defeat. The greatest number of victories were by knockout and technical decision. And generally their defeat happens through submission.
May the best win
While Rick will have to entertain himself on sites like https://www.onlinecassino.com.br/ To pass the time, the expectation is that Carlton will begin planning to face Christos. For Minus, the possibility of victory and not suffering a possible knockout is much greater against Christos.
Looking back at the two athletes, Rick had much more positive data to be an opponent with a good chance of winning against Carlton. Christos will have to show even more skill against Carlton in the octagon, if his participation in this UFC Vegas 17 fight is confirmed.
The UFC organization continues to talk to maintain the rules and protect athletes. Although these new measures suddenly change the calendar, fans understand that it is for the good of the sport and the fighters. However, this completely changes not only the fight calendar, but also opens up opportunities for other athletes to show their skills and seek the belt in their respective categories.
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