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Tai Tuivasa Thirsts for French Beers After Headliner at UFC Paris

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Tai Tuivasa has yet to try French beer. He plans to indulge Saturday following his bout against Ciryl Gane, which headlines UFC Fight Night in Paris.

“I’ve heard there are some great French beers in Paris, and I’m thirsty,” Tuivasa says. “I’m looking forward to trying them after the fight.”

Those alcoholic beverages likely won’t be to celebrate, but rather to console Tuivasa after defeat.