Amanda apologized for statements about Ronda. (Photo: Getty Images)
The devastating knockout of Amanda nunes em Ronda Rousey It happened just over a month ago, at UFC 207, on December 30, 2016, but the episode continues to generate buzz. After the victory, the Ultimate women's bantamweight champion celebrated by asking the North American team and the fans present at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (USA) for silence. In interviews, new provocations, saying that Rowdy “is finished” and “should retire”.
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However, the Brazilian appears to have changed her stance. Last Tuesday (31), through her social networks, Nunes admitted that she exaggerated her celebrations and statements, driven, according to her, by the emotion of the moment. In the caption of the image in which she appears hugging Ronda, the Bahian apologized for her words and praised her rival's importance for women's MMA.
“Let me take a moment to explain myself. I was overwhelmed with adrenaline, emotion and pain at that moment. I dedicated myself so much in the weeks before my fight with Ronda. I may have said or posted some things at the time that I now realize were not the right thing to do. I want to apologize to Ronda, her fans, my fans and the UFC too. Ronda is an incredible athlete and has done a lot for this sport, especially for women. #respect”, wrote Amanda.
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