Anderson imitates Ronaldo and Felipão and says that the 'weight of the belt' will return to his back

Anderson Silva He is already used to attracting attention for his performance inside the Octagon. However, the biggest winner in Ultimate history was highlighted before the clash. At the press conference for UFC 168, an event that takes place next Saturday (28), in Las Vegas, Spider was the center of attention. Calm and in a good mood before the rematch against Chris Weidman, the Brazilian imitated football stars in his responses to the journalists present.

Right at the beginning of the press conference, when he was asked if he was motivated for the rematch and for possible commitments outside the octagon, such as fighting Tae-Kwon-Do at the Rio Olympics, Anderson imitated former striker Ronaldo.

“I'm going to answer like Ronaldo: of course I'm going to come back and play... and I'm very happy... and I wanted to say, well, I'm going to play again (laughs). I really wanted to do this, but I don't have the time. I would have to be born again to do everything I want to do. It would be an honor to represent Brazil in taekwondo at the Olympics. Mom doesn’t like it, Dad doesn’t want it,” she said, pointing to Dana White, who laughed at the joke.

Then, Spider remembered Luis Felipe Scolari, coach of the Brazilian football team, when he spoke about a possible retirement after the rematch against Chris Weidman.

“I'll answer this one like Felipão: 'Of course I'm going, man” (laughs). I still have eight fights left on my contract. As long as I still have the desire to do what I do, I will do it. Maybe yes and maybe not, it's something I can't tell you right now. These are things that only the heart can know,'” Anderson said.

Despite the jokes during the press conference, Anderson was also serious when asked about losing the belt. “I felt happy to have taken the weight off my shoulders of being champion, but it will all start again in a few days,” said Spider.

The Brazilian's seriousness can also be seen in his gaze. During the traditional photos, he closed his face and stared at his rival, who responded in the same way.