VIDEO – Aleksandar Rakic ​​was dropped by the coach after winning the duel at UFC 259 page all

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KOMPAS.com – There is a unique moment after the light heavyweight fighter, Aleksandar Rakic, managed to beat Thiago Santos on UFC 259.

The Duel Aleksandar Rakic ​​vs Thiago Santos which took place at UFC Apex, Las Vegas, United States, on Sunday (7/3/2021) morning WIB ended through a decision of absolute numbers (unanimous decision).

The judges on duty gave 30-27, 29-28, and 29-28 points for Aleksandar Rakic’s victory.

For Aleksandar Rakic, this is the second win he has won in a row.

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Previously, he defeated Anthony Smith at UFC Fight Night 48, August 29, 2020.

At that time, Aleksandar Rakic ​​also beat Anthony Smith through absolute numbers.

The latest victory over Thiago Santos is a brilliant achievement for Aleksandar Rakic.

Because, in stages, Aleksandar Rakic ​​is actually under Thiago Santos.

Approaching UFC 259, Thiago Santos is in second place in the light heavyweight division, while Aleksandar Rakic ​​is in fourth place.

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After defeating Thiago Santos, Aleksandar Rakic ​​also looked very happy.

However, a unique incident occurred after that. Instead, he was dropped by the coach, right after winning over Thiago Santos.

In fact, this incident was part of Aleksandar Rakic’s celebration with his coach.

Aleksandar Rakic ​​smiled at the camera after doing this unique celebration.

After his # UFC259 win, @rakic_ufc‘s coach took him for a ride ????

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— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) March 7, 2021

After celebrating the victory over the octagon, Aleksandar Rakic, who spoke before the media, expressed his desire to win the UFC light heavyweight title.

He felt confident that he had knocked out three former light heavyweight title challengers, including Thiago Santos.

“I have worked very hard for this fight. There is no way I will lose this fight,” said Aleksandar Rakic, quoted from MMA Fighting.

“The plan is to keep our distance to hit him with a long shot. We know Thiago is a ‘sledgehammer’,” said Aleksandar Rakic.

“I want my chance to get the title. This is a former third title challenger for me and I beat them all,” said the Serbian fighter.

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