Vitor Belfort speaks out on social media after the knockout over Evander Holyfield

V. Belfort (left) knocked out E. Holyfield. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

After the quick knockout over Evander Holyfield last Saturday (11), Vitor belfort issued a statement on his 'Instagram'. The former UFC champion spoke about his career in martial arts, gave a little rant and took the opportunity to say thank you.

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“I'm here not talking about the victory, but about the path to get here. Defeat is the easiest and shortest path for those who think small, because, to get there, yes I am talking about defeat, a path of great effort was also taken, but only the great know how to value each moment. And those who think small stay in the crowd to humiliate and bring you down. Talking after you won may seem simple and very easy, but remember to value every moment that led you to your dreams, even when many dared to say it was too high. And do you know why many who say they are friends end up putting you down? This is because they are reflecting on you and your fear, so protect yourself from it, be stronger every day and don't give up on dreaming and, above all, believe in God because he will be your greatest source of inspiration in the most delicate and difficult moments. alone to go through their lives,” wrote Belfort.

The 'Phenomenon' took the opportunity to value his 'true friends' and thanked the support of his fans and those who enjoy his work.

“A very important detail, it is not because of your victory that you made new friends, remember that old friends and good friends, the true ones, were also with you in defeats, so value every moment, every joy and be truly happy. Thank you my Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you to my family and friends. Thank you Evander Holyfield, thank you Triller Fight Club and Ryan Kavanagh. Thank you very much to those of you who follow my work, thank you very much to all my fans for being here with me celebrating this victory”, concluded the former UFC fighter.

With two fights in the noble art, Belfort has not yet been defeated. The Rio native beat Josemario Neves in April 2006 and has now knocked out the legend Evander Holyfield. The former UFC champion is already planning new challenges in the sport and even challenged the YouTuber Jake Paul and Mexican Canelo Alvares, one of the greatest boxers today.

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