"When Alex arrived at my gym, I put him to do a sparring session with a former Brazilian kickboxing champion named Eduardo Sobreira. That was more of a test to see his attitude, not to test him technically. Obviously, he was at a disadvantage, but I liked his attitude."
"He followed everything I instructed and learned quickly. I remember that in the second training session with Eduardo Sobrero, he was still at a disadvantage, but in the training, he showed remarkable improvement."
Alex Pereira, known as 'Poatan', aims to make history by potentially winning three belts in different divisions in the UFC. Before joining the UFC, he was a double champion in Glory Kickboxing. His early coach, Belocqua Wera, played a crucial role in his development, recognizing Pereira's talent and giving him his nickname. Wera recalls testing Pereira's attitude during sparring sessions, which showcased his determination and commitment to reach the top of the sport.
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