Alex Poatan Reveals Important Reinforcement in His Corner for UFC Casa Branca

Alex Poatan moves the internet with a precious surprise for his father.

Alex Poatán Touches the internet with a precious surprise for her father. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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In pursuit of one of the greatest achievements of his career, Alex Poatán will have a special guest in its corner this Sunday (14), when it faces Cyryl Gane in the co-main fight of UFC White House, in Washington DC (USA). The company recalls a historic night in the Brazilian's career within the organization.

In 2022, with his father watching from the corner, the São Paulo native defeated Israel adesanya He won the title by technical knockout and conquered the middleweight belt (up to 83,9 kg). The detail is noteworthy because it is linked to one of the most significant moments in the Brazilian's UFC career. A year later, when he became light heavyweight champion (up to 93 kg), the athlete did not have his father by his side.

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"The last time he was in my corner was when I beat Adesanya for the title, and he'll be there this time too," the Brazilian said in an interview with TNT Sports.

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The coincidence gains even more significance given the magnitude of the mission awaiting Poatan. Facing Gane, the Brazilian seeks to become champion in three different weight classes and achieve an unprecedented feat in the organization's history. Beyond the technical aspect, family support emerges as extra fuel for one of the most decisive moments of his career.

If he has his arm raised in the second most important fight of the night, the double champion will add another memorable chapter to his MMA legacy. And, just as happened on the night he won the belt against Adesanya, he will once again have one of the most important people in his life by his side to witness a possible victory.

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UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.