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SUNRISE, FL - JUNE 08: (R-L) Buddy Roberts punches Caio Magalhaes in Middleweight bout during the UFC on FX 3 event at Bank Atlantic Center on June 8, 2012 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Caio Magalhaes

TRAINING: I train three times a day. Morning, I run for 45 minutes. In the afternoon, I train jiu-jitsu and wrestling, and at night I train Muay Thai

When and why did you start training for fighting? I’ve trained fighting for three years. I want to be a champion in the best organization in the world (UFC). That is my dream

What ranks and titles have you held? Shooto South American champion, Iron champion

Do you have any heroes? Rickson Gracie

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s a dream come true

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Yes - Physical education

What was your job before you started fighting? Just studying

Ranks in any martial arts styles: I’m Brazilian National champion and a Black belt in Jiu-jitsu

Favorite grappling technique: Arm Lock

Favorite Striking technique: Kick to the head