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The speaker says his success came from fighting, not from talking people down. He is pushing back against the idea that he should promote himself with insults or trash talk. The quote presents him as someone who prefers to let performance speak for itself.
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Originally said in English.
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About Rafael dos Anjos
Brazilian and American professional mixed martial artist, active since 2004
Rafael Souza dos Anjos, also known as RDA, is a Brazilian and American professional mixed martial artist. He has competed in the UFC since 2004 and is a former UFC Lightweight Champion. He has fought in both the Lightweight and Welterweight divisions, and his career has been built in one of the sport’s toughest promotions. His public profile comes from his long run as a competitor at the top level of mixed martial arts.
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