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UFC 238 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media

Since the early days when the sport was anything but a mainstream endeavor, the MMA industry has thrived and survived through various websites, forums and, perhaps most importantly, social-media platforms.

Fighters interact with fans, each other and many more through the likes of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, which helps outsiders get a deeper look into the minds of the athletes.

Following Saturday’s UFC 238 event in Chicago several of the winning and losing fighters, along with their coaches, training partners or family members, took to social media to react to the event or share a message with supporters.

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The defeated

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Ogromne gratulacje dla @alexa_grasso zrobiłaś świetną robotę 💪 bardzo dziękuje wszystkim za wsparcie i ciepłe słowa. Nie martwcie się o mnie, bywało lepiej, ale mam się dobrze. Siniaki na twarzy zaraz się zagoją. Zostawiłam w tej walce całe serce, ale niestety czegoś zabrakło… już nie jestem tą samą zawodniczką co kiedy. Niestety bolesna prawda jest taka, że najlepsze lata i szczyt formy mam już za sobą, jest dużo młodych, utalentowanych ambitnych zawodniczek którym trzeba ustąpić miejsca…. ale nie martwcie się, jeszcze wrócę i będę dawać dobre walki może nie na samym „szczycie” ale dostarczę Wam wielu emocji, dajcie mi tylko trochę czasu… jeszcze raz dziękuje! ❤️😘 #ufc #lovemyjob #kk

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🇧🇷 Isso é o esporte. Somos gladiadores da idade moderna. Satisfação enorme em ter feito parte desse grande evento em Chicago. Os resultados não definem você. Perdas não são destinadas a desencorajá-lo. Cicatrizes não são nada para se envergonhar. Se aprendi alguma coisa com esse esporte, é de se viver cada dia de cada vez, sempre no objetivo de melhorar como pessoa e não ter nenhuma expectativa e apenas dar tudo de si. Siga suas visões, seus sonhos e não importa a luta. Essa é a única maneira de se tornar realidade. Nunca prometi vitória, porém sempre digo que será GUERRA Nada mudou e o objetivo continua o mesmo. . . . 🇺🇸 That's the sport. We are gladiators of the modern age. It was a great satisfaction to be part of this event in Chicago. The outcomes do not define you. Losses are not meant to discourage you. Scars are nothing to be ashamed of. If I have learned anything from this sport, it is to live one day at a time, always with the goal of improving as a person and to not have any expectations and just give it your all. Follow your visions, your dreams and no matter the struggle. This is the only way to become reality. I never promised victory but I always say that it's going to be a WAR. Nothing has changed and the goal remains the same.

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🤠🤧😜

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The victorious

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Kim K crying face 😭 #ufc238

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比赛胜利✌️

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It takes two to tango! There was so much on the line for winning or losing this fight. @pedromunhozmma brought the best out of me yesterday. I knew what type of fight I would be getting into on June 8th. Pedro has the spirit and heart of a warrior and when you have two guys that are willing to die for what they love, you get the type of performance that we showed on June 8th here in Chicago. In this sport we have to crush another persons dreams to reach yours. – This journey has humbled me, made me see life from different lenses, and gave me a chance to impact the lives of ppl close to me and all over the world!🙏🏾 Before the our scrap, Pedro and I cursed at each other, taunted each other, went to war with each other, and at the end we shared a moment to hug and embrace each other for pushing each others limits! No quitting! No backing down! No surrender from either of us! Fuck! My heart races as I write this! This is the passion I have for this sport! I know for a fact Munhoz and I will end up fighting again, bc we’re both hungry to become @UFC World Champions! Until then I hope you all enjoyed the show and stick along for the rest of my story! You can love me or hate me, but you will respect my grind! • #Chicago #Respect #UFC #ESPN #PedroMunhoz #Dreams #DreamChaser #AljamainSterling #UFC238 #TitleShot!!

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Warning long post: Yesterday was definitely a tough night. I had a really horrible neck injury going into the fight. I injured it again in the first round. I battled as hard as I could with a very bad neck and a numb arm. I didn’t have the performance I wanted but Im really proud of myself for battling through that injury and being able to get the job done. It tested me mentally and physically. This sport is very tough and battling through injuries during a fight is something fighters have to deal with. Im so thankful for the people I have by my side. You guys love me so intensely and it uplifts me in so many ways. It was great to compete in the wonderful city of Chicago! Thank you for all the people that cheered me on before I walked out you guys had me on the verge of tears. I want to thank my opponent Nina for showing up ready for war you’re and amazing fighter. I want to thank everyone who helped me get to this point. My coaches @super_betiss @romiearam thank you for believing in me. @chris_psycho_sykes i love you, thank you for being my biggest fan. My family @lisamom2four @juliaarose54 @ricky_steamboat @caseyscakes @stefani_spite_mma @breezy_everdeenmma @fam_ily1st @justjoedammit @ogredoubleg my sister in law Michelle, my big brother and my grandma for coming to support me. It meant so much to have you there. My meal prep company @seizes_meals for helping me with my weight. @sportsspecificrehab for helping me the last week with my neck. @drinkbodyarmor for helping me through my camp. @bokamotoespn for taking your time to tell my story. These types of fights make you realize who the true supporters are. So, thank you guys for being the amazing, kind and genuine people that I love to have around. Time to heal up, become better and on to the next one. 🙏🏽 #perseverance #ontothenext #ufc #ufc238 #nevergivingup #wmma #mma #support #love #inspiration #motivation #mondaymotivation #inspire #goals #fightingspirit #modelo

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#Repost @____lavrik____ with @make_repost ・・・ #Repost @dannyrube with @get_repost ・・・ Can’t say enough about what a warrior @petr_yan is. It’s been an absolute pleasure working with him and @sayatus on this journey to the top 5 of the @ufc bantamweight rankings. TITLE SHOT NEXT! #rubyse #siberiangangster #мечта #любовь #семья #чозажелтый #строимдорогу #путьвоина #история #сын #rcc #сделатьневозможное #lx570 #россия #неотступатьинесдаваться #сибирь #омск #екатеринбург #ufc #tigermuaythai #дорога #чозажелтый #chicago #баста

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#UFC238 #Chicago

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Thank you Chicago ! #UFC238

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For complete coverage of UFC 238, check out the UFC Events section of the site.

The Blue Corner is MMA Junkie’s blog space. We don’t take it overly serious, and neither should you. If you come complaining to us that something you read here is not hard-hitting news, expect to have the previous sentence repeated in ALL CAPS.

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