Over the last three years, the Brazilian fighter has risen to become one of the main stars in the fighting division. Returning to Rio De Janeiro on May 4th, he will defend his title against Steve Erceg, having claimed the flyweight champion title at UFC 290 five months prior. This victory was achieved after a thrilling clash in Las Vegas, where he narrowly defeated Mexican fighter Brandon Moreno. Despite the thin margins of his career-defining victory, he has expressed his dedication to making sacrifices for his family, recollecting his previous stint with Uber Eats to make ends meet.
Reflecting on his journey, the fighter remains grounded and humbled, aware of the stark contrast between his past struggles and current success. Recounting a harrowing experience where he was delivering Uber Eats while sick and worried about finances a mere week before a significant fight, he acknowledges the drastic turn of events that allowed him to overcome his hardships and focus on recovery after the fight. It’s a remarkable story, reminiscent of other unbelievable fighting tales, yet he maintains focus on his family and remains committed to his values despite his newfound success.
