Carlos Prates downplays Jack Della Maddalena's advantage at UFC Perth: 'It won't work'

Prates fighting Edwards at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Carlos Prates He assures that he doesn't feel the pressure of fighting in enemy territory. The Fighting Nerds smoker will be the protagonist of the main fight. UFC Perth, scheduled for next Saturday (2), against the home team, Jack Della MaddalenaDespite competing as a visitor, the Brazilian downplays any external influence and expresses confidence that, inside the octagon, the atmosphere will have no impact on the outcome.

In an interview with UFC News, Prates stated that he is not affected by the pressure from the opposing crowd and emphasized that, once the octagon closes, the fight is reduced to just him and his rival.

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“Regarding the audience, I don’t think about that, because when I step into the octagon and the doors close, it’s going to be a business between me and JDM, so I don’t think about the people. It’s his house, it’s his city, but I don’t think this is going to work,” he said. Carlos Prates.

The fighter also highlighted his 16-year career in the sport, which began in Jiu-Jitsu, and stressed the importance of staying grounded, constantly evolving, and continuing to work with focus on achieving the goal of becoming a champion.

“I’m working hard to be here today. I’ve been working for 16 years, since my first day in Jiu-Jitsu, so it’s cool, but I like to keep my feet on the ground, to always work, to always improve in order to be a champion,” concluded the Fighting Nerds smoker.

UFC Perth schedule

Former UFC welterweight champion Della Maddalena challenges Carlos PratesPhoto: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC/Montage SUPER LUTAS

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The UFC octagon lands in Perth, Australia, next Saturday (3), with an event at an unconventional time for the Brazilian public. The preliminary card is scheduled for 5 am (Brasilia time), while the main card is scheduled to start at 8 am.