Charles do Bronx signs new contract with UFC; find out the details.

Charles promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Charles of the Bronx He will remain in the UFC for a long time. The former lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) and current holder of the symbolic BMF belt, the 36-year-old Brazilian reached a contract renewal agreement with the organization and secured his stay in the Ultimate for eight more fights, dispelling any speculation about a possible retirement in the short term.

The information was revealed by Diego Lima, the São Paulo native's coach, during an interview on the podcast 'Direto de Vegas', a project of Ag Fight. According to the coach of 'Leão Embaçado' (the nickname of the fighter), the new contract practically guarantees Charles will fight until he is 40 years old, in addition to representing one of the best deals of the athlete's career.

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Although he did not disclose the financial details of the agreement, Diego made it clear that the renewal was extremely positive and highlighted that the contract puts an end to rumors that 'Do Bronx' might hang up his gloves soon.

“We renewed the contract, we renewed it for eight more fights. So, we have fights until Charles is 40 years old. So, for those people who said he was going to retire, wait a little longer. It was a wonderful, wonderful contract. I have nothing bad to say. It was an incredible negotiation,” revealed Diego Lima.

Current situation of Charles from the Bronx

Charles of the Bronx with the 'BMF' belt and his son. Photo: Reproduction/X

Going through a great phase in Ultimate, From the Bronx comes in high spirits after winning. Max Holloway and win the symbolic BMF belt at UFC 326 in March, a result that put the Brazilian back in a prominent position in the race for the undisputed lightweight title.

Now, the team from São Paulo awaits the outcome of the match between Ilia Topuria e Justin gaethje, which happens in the UFC White HouseOn June 14th, the fight will be to understand what his next step in the category will be. The duel could directly define 'Do Bronx's' future and bring him closer to a new opportunity to compete for the Ultimate lightweight belt.