Jones spoke highly of his rival in the post-fight interview (Photo: Reproduction/Facebook UFC)
After years of rivalry, exchanging barbs and insults, Jon Jones e Daniel Cormier they faced each other for the second time at UFC 214 at the end of July. Just like the first time, Jones got the upper hand, but now by knockout. However, what was surprising was the attitude of the new champion, who made a point of praising the enemy's achievements both inside and outside the octagon, in an interview immediately after the end of the fight. And “Bones” explained this Monday why he decided to praise DC.
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In an interview with the traditional North American morning program “Good Morning America”, Jones said he praised Cormier because he didn't want fans to remember him just as the athlete who lost twice to the champion himself.
“For the most part, Daniel is a fierce competitor, a great individual, excellent athlete and champion and I know how important our fight was to him. It was a fight that was worth his legacy. I didn't want a loss or victory to determine Cormier's legacy. I want people to see him for who he really is, outside of the Octagon. I think this is equally important. So I wanted to shine a light on the individual he is outside of the octagon”, declared the new champion, who still has no opponent or date to fight again.
“The fight with Lesnar can't happen yet, as he's still suspended for some time, so I'm just waiting for a call from the UFC. But, of course, I have been working with some possibilities. Let’s see,” he concluded.
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