Former UFC light heavyweight contender Alexander Gustafsson admitted that he was strongly motivated by the example Glover Teixeira, who won the Chmepion title at the age of 42.
“It was incredible to see him win the title. He is a very cool guy. This is very impressive. I saw his duel with Jan Blachowicz, and he looked amazing, just a beast.
Not only did I beat him, but he also had heavy losses to Jones and a few other guys, but he still came back. He just goes in one direction, he doesn't care. Huge respect for him.
How old is he? 40? 41? I am very inspired to see how he succeeds. This is crazy, ”said the Swede on The MMA Hour.
Gustafsson will face Ben Rothwell on May 21st.
