Muppet speaks out after defeat to Ankalaev, avoids excuses and thanks fans for support

T. Sledgehammer warming up before ufc vegas 50. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @tmarretamma

Defeated by points against Magomed Ankalayev in the main fight of UFC Las Vegas 50, played last Saturday (12), Thiago Marreta It didn't take long for him to manifest himself. In your 'Instagram' official, the Brazilian commented on the painful setback, avoided making excuses for his performance and thanked his fans for their support.

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“Not many words about yesterday, no excuses, another tough and painful defeat. Still, my faith in God remains unshakable and my gratitude to him, my family, my friends, coaches and real fans only increases, thank you for everything”, wrote Marreta in his 'Instagram'.

Against Ankalaev, Marreta was unable to dominate the main actions and, despite having flashes, he got caught up in the Russian's game, being defeated by the judges' unanimous decision. He has now suffered his fourth setback in his last five UFC fights.

In addition to the new stumble, the Brazilian should lose fifth place to his rival in the category led by Glover Teixeira. Professional since 2010, he has a record of 22 positive results and ten negative results in mixed martial arts in his career.

 

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