Recent News on Sherdog.com · Yesterday
Johnny Walker explains why he left chemical engineering for UFC glory
Johnny Walker explains why he left chemical engineering for UFC glory
The Brazilian heavyweight left university after six months to focus on mixed martial arts. Speaking in a UFC Vegas 124 post-fight interview, Walker said he has no regrets about that decision.
Johnny Walker reflects on leaving university after his third-round win over Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC Vegas 124
“Not many people in the world can do what I do,” Walker said. “I could be a chemical engineer. I was a student for six months, then I left university just to train. But I love being a UFC fighter.”
The 34-year-old described the satisfaction of emerging victorious from a difficult fight.