Vitor Belfort Talks About His Decision To Accept A Short Notice Fight With Jon Jones (Video)

While some top level fighters appeared reluctant to face Jon Jones on short notice, Vitor Belfort begged the UFC to give him the chance to fight for the light-heavyweight title even though he was at the time preparing for a middleweight bout.

In a new video taken during Belfort’s last week of hard training before fight week, the fighter talks about his decision to take on such a big challenge.

“I come from the old school, Carlson Gracie time, you know? I know it’s this new breed, they study, ‘Oh, I need to study my opponent,’ but listen, the hardcore fans, they understand my mentality. It’s all about the sport, but you know, it’s just a choice and when this thing came knocking at my door I took the opportunity. That’s how I am. And now I’m enjoying the process. I’m enjoying the journey.”

Watch more of Belfort’s thoughts on his upcoming fight below.

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