Alexa Grasso’s Last Stand on Mexican Independence Day
Alexa Grasso finds herself in a crucial position as the sole defender of Mexican pride on Mexican Independence Day. While 2022 initially looked promising for Mexico in the UFC with three champions, things have taken a turn. As Grasso prepares to defend her UFC women’s flyweight championship against Valentina Shevchenko in their highly anticipated rematch, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The event, titled “Noche UFC,” will take place in Las Vegas on Saturday.
In a surprising upset, Grasso (16-3) defeated Shevchenko at UFC 285 in March to claim the flyweight title. This victory followed Brandon Moreno’s recapturing of the flyweight title in January and Yair Rodriguez’s interim featherweight gold win in February. Unfortunately, Grasso’s male counterparts were later defeated in their respective title fights, leaving her as the last remaining Mexican champion holding a UFC title.
Speaking at Wednesday’s media day, Grasso expressed her determination and motivation to make history. She views the pressure as a source of motivation and is driven to keep the belt in Mexico. “I’ve been working so hard every single day of my life to be at this moment,” Grasso said.
While Grasso’s victory over Shevchenko was contested by some, she stands by her training and preparation. Grasso had specifically trained for the finishing move she executed during the fight, and she believes it was not an accident. On the other hand, Shevchenko has dismissed the loss as a tactical error. Despite the differing opinions, the stage is set for
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