D. Lopes shone in UFC Nashville. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @diegolopesmma
The first victory of Diego lopes in Ultimate came in style. After convincing in his debut, despite a setback, the Brazilian was highlighted in the UFC Nashville, held this Saturday (5), in the United States. Opponent of Gavin tucker, the Amazonian triumphed via lightning submission in the first round.
The positive result makes the expectations placed on the fighter worth it. The submission marks the fighter's 20th triumph on the fast track, in 22 positive results as a professional in MMA.
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Now, the Brazilian begins his journey towards the featherweight elite (up to 65,7kg). Even before the victory, the Tupiniquim had already been publicly praised by the company's president, Dana White.
Beaten by Lopes, Tucker had the warning signal turned on. The stumble represents the fighter's second consecutive defeat in the company.
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