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Russian heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko admitted he made a mistake against Fabricio Werdum in the main event of their “Strikeforce and M-1 Global: Fedor vs. Werdum” bout. The loss marked “The Last Emperors” first loss in 10 years noting that his over eagerness led to the loss.
“At the very beginning of the round, I hit Fabricio and I wanted to finish the fight as soon as possible and at that very moment I made a mistake. Certainly there were several moments when I could escape, but I relied on myself too much and that’s why I paid for it. At the very moment that I had to escape, I stopped. I didn’t do that and that moment was used by Fabricio to lock his clinch, to finish locking up his legs. It happens that I was made kind of an idol. Everybody loses. That happens. I’m an ordinary human being, as is all of us and if it is God’s will, the next fight I will win. I am very, very sorry and it’s a pity that I disappointed people that really believed in me and trusted me, but everything in this life happens for some reason,” said Emelianenko.
Fedor went on to say he’d like a chance to face Werdum again, which is something the Brazilian said he’d be open to also. CEO Scott Coker noted that it would be something to look at in the future but it’s not a guarantee right now.
HT: Sherdog.com for the transcription.