Exclusive! Marco Tulio reveals the scary moments he had when he was mugged in São Paulo before UFC 314

Marco Túlio (right) in a knockout on the Contender Series. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/UFC News

First Brazilian to step into the world's most famous octagon in UFC 314, Marcus Tullius went through a series of difficulties to be fit to fight next Saturday (12). However, these obstacles go beyond the traditional challenges of a fighter. Even before arriving on North American soil, Matuto and his girlfriend, bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg.) Norm Dumont, were victims of an attempted robbery.

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In an exclusive interview to SUPER FIGHTS, the miner gave details of the moments he experienced while heading to Guarulhos Airport. According to him, the criminal's action was very fast, so it was difficult to process what was happening. Fortunately, no one was injured.

What a scare!

In an exclusive interview with SUPER LUTAS, Marcus Tullius explained in detail the attempted robbery he suffered before boarding the plane to Miami.

The Brazilian faces tresean gore, this Saturday (12), in a duel for the middleweight category (up to 83,9 kg).#UFC314 #ufcbr pic.twitter.com/1HAcWrOUN0

— SUPER FIGHTS (@superlutas) April 9, 2025

But the trip still had more excitement in store for the fighter. Upon landing in Miami, the couple got involved in a Traffic accident while heading to the hotel. According to Tulio, the crash happened after the vehicle in front of the UFC car slammed on the brakes. Again, no one was injured.

Marcus Tullius is undefeated in the UFC. Photo: Instagram.

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