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Vitor Belfort

"The Phenom"

Black Belt 5° Degree

April 1, 1977

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Vitor "The Phenom" Belfort is a 5th degree black belt under Carlson Gracie who became one of the most explosive MMA fighters of his generation. At just 19 years old he captured the UFC Light-Heavyweight Championship at UFC 12 in 1997, making him the youngest UFC champion in history. Known for devastatingly fast hands and a granite BJJ base from Carlson's academy, Belfort competed at the elite level for over two decades, also capturing the UFC Middleweight Championship in 2011.

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UFC Light-Heavyweight Champion (1997) — youngest UFC champion ever at age 19. UFC Middleweight Champion (2011). 26 career MMA wins, 14 by knockout.

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