In a controversial publication, Borrachinha praises Putin and draws parallels between the Russian president and Bolsonaro

P. Borrachinha caused controversy on social media. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram ufc_brasil

In recent weeks, many fighters have spoken out about Russia's recent invasion of Ukraine, which has left hundreds of civilians dead and caused millions of Ukrainians to leave their country in search of safety. While most condemn Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions and show solidarity with Ukraine, some have different opinions.

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Last Thursday (10), the Brazilian Paulo borrachinha caused controversy on Twitter when he made a post praising Vladimir Putin and drawing a parallel between the Russian leader and Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.

“Vladimir Putin is not a weak leader like Biden or Macron. He is a former military man who was once stabbed in the stomach and survived. He is another level of world leader. Do you know any other leaders with these same characteristics? I know another leader: Bolsonaro”, wrote Borrachinha along with a photo of Putin and Bolsonaro.

Borrachinha's publication generated a lot of repercussion and was later deleted by the fighter.

After an overwhelming start in the UFC, with five wins, four of which by knockout, in five fights, Borrachinha finds himself coming off a losing streak in his career for the first time. After the unsuccessful title fight against Israel adesanya, the Brazilian was surpassed by the Italian Marvin vettori in its last challenge, in October 2021.