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He is saying that he has built a stable life for himself outside of fighting. He presents his training, real estate license, and comfortable living as reasons he no longer feels the need to compete. The quote suggests a shift from fighting as a necessity to fighting as a choice.
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Originally said in English.
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About Al Iaquinta
American former professional mixed martial artist
Al Iaquinta is an American former professional mixed martial artist. He competed in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and he fought for the lightweight title. A professional MMA competitor since 2009, Iaquinta joined the UFC in 2012 and built his career there as a lightweight contender. His public profile comes from that run in mixed martial arts, especially his time in the UFC and his challenge for the championship belt.
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