“I've always mid-lined myself where I don't really expect myself to do big things or to win big fights. It's not a lack of confidence, it's just that I think to an extent that you need a bit of an ego if you're going to think that you're going to conquer something.”

American retired mixed martial artist

Forrest Griffin is an American retired mixed martial artist. He was born in 1979 and is known for winning the first season of The Ultimate Fighter, becoming a former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, and later entering the UFC Hall of Fame in 2013. Before his fighting career took off, Griffin worked as a Georgia police officer. His rise began with the tournament final against Stephan Bonnar, a bout widely credited with helping propel the UFC into greater popularity. He now serves as Vice President of Athlete Development at the UFC Performance Institute.