Vicente Luque opens the game and talks about provocations from former training partner Ian Garry

Vincent Luque faces Ian Machado Garry No. UFC 296. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SL

Victim of teasing by his former training partner Ian Gary, Vincent Luque opened the game and spoke about what he thinks about the Irishman in the face of this conflicting scenario on the eve of the clash in UFC 296. In a calm and calm posture, the Brazilian denied that he is upset by the new MMA star's attitudes and stated that there is no rivalry involved with his next opponent.

“I try not to anticipate it, but I’m ready for anything. At the end of the day, I know I can control my attitude and what I will be is what I have always been, a respectful person and a respectful fighter. I respect Ian. Not just because he's a fellow fighter. I know he works hard, but I also know him personally. I think he's a good guy in a lot of different ways. So, I respect him and always wish the best for everyone I have worked with and will work with in the future”, declared Vicente in an interview with 'MiddleEasy'.

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As he continued his speech, Luque reinforced that he will not wear himself out with provocations and will maintain respect for his opponent.

“So this is going to be what I can control. Whatever he wants to do, if he wants to take an opportunity to, I don't know, try to mess with my head or try to sell the fight, that's up to him. This is in his behavior, in what he wants to do, in what he wants to show the world. What I want to show is respect, show the sport. I'm all about this sport. I have everything to do with MMA. I think this fight is sold, but for pure skill and the talent we have as fighters”, he concluded.

Vincent Luque e Ian Machado Garry They are old training partners. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Scheduled for the main card of UFC 296, Vincent Luque e Ian Machado Garry hold a crucial duel in the welterweight division (up to 77,1 kg.). An underdog in the bookmakers, the Brazilian is trying to end his opponent's unbeaten run and get closer to a possible fight for the belt. The clash is scheduled for December 16, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (USA).