In the world of MMA, close decision losses can be both frustrating and difficult to accept for fighters, as they often feel they did enough to secure the victory. For UFC 293’s John Makdessi, this is certainly the case. The lightweight contender has suffered some extremely close decision losses in recent years, and these setbacks have only served to fuel his desire for success even more. Determined to prove himself in the Octagon and maximize his potential, Makdessi is eager to put the past behind him and focus on the future.
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Close Decision Losses Haunt Makdessi
Makdessi’s most recent close decision loss came at the hands of Carlos Diego Ferreira at UFC Fight Night in September 2021. Despite feeling that he had done enough to win the fight, the judges ultimately awarded the victory to Ferreira. “I’m just very disappointed. I feel like I’m haunted by these close decision losses,” Makdessi said during a recent interview.
In another frustrating setback, Makdessi lost a close decision to Nasrat Haqparast in April 2021, further adding to his collection of heartache. Reflecting on these losses, he acknowledged the need to improve on certain aspects of his game in order to avoid similar situations in the future. “I just need to make sure I’m evolving, I’m bettering myself, and I just need to stop second-guessing myself,” he said.
Learning From the Past and Focusing on the Future
Despite the setbacks, Makdessi remains determined to learn from his past mistakes and focus on the future. He is hungry for success and believes that these close losses will ultimately make him a better fighter in the long run. “I know I have the will, I have the heart, I have the skills,” he said. “I just have to keep believing in myself and not letting these losses bring me down.”
Makdessi is set to face Devonte Smith at UFC 293 and is highly motivated to secure a victory, not only for himself but also for his team and fans. With his unrelenting determination and commitment to self-improvement, there’s no doubt that John Makdessi will be a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division for years to come.