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MMA fighter and UFC Featherweight division GOAT Alex Volkanovski is one of the most skillful athletes of our generation. The Australian-born UFC Featherweight champion has been in the news lately for being trusted by Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg to train him for his fight against fellow billionaire Elon Musk. When the richest men in the world trust you for mentorship, it’s a testament to your skills. So any sort of praise coming from Alex is worth in gold and that’s why soccer player Sam Kerr should be extremely proud of Volkanovski’s latest comments.

Alex Volkanovski names Australian soccer player Sam Kerr as his favorite female athlete

In a YouTube video posted by women’s sports brand TOGETHXR, top celebrities in the world?present on the ESPYS red carpet were asked a barrage of questions. Amongst them, UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski was also present.

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The Australian was asked who his favorite female athlete is and he immediately answered Sam Kerr. The MMA fighter reasoned his choice to their shared origins.

Alex also acknowledged her scintillating form for Chelsea and hence crowned her as his favorite female athlete. I’ll say Sam Kerr ’cause?I’m obviously, being an Australian myself, and just, yeah she’s absolutely killing it,” shared Alex.?

Alex Volkanovski gives a supremely positive review of Mark Zuckerberg’s aptitude on the mat

Mark Zuckerberg vs Elon Musk if it happens will possibly be one of the biggest fights in the octagon’s history. Nonetheless, the Meta founder has been training with Alex and Israel Adesanya. Speaking to TMZ, Alex gave a glowing review of Zuckerberg not only from a physical standpoint but also from his sheer passion for the sport.

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“I mean you can see it that he’s in shape but he really is in shape. It’s not just looks, he really is, mate. He trains, he’s pretty athletic, he’s coordinated and he’s committed,” Alex shared, adding, “He’s got a passion for it.”

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He then went on to make a bold claim. The Australian guaranteed that the world would be surprised once they see Zuckerberg’s aptitude on the mat.?I guarantee you, you guys would be very surprised,” exclaimed Volkanovski.?

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If a match between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg does actually take place, who are you backing for the win? Let us know below!

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