Diego Lopes was deeply affected by his defeat to Alexander Volkanovski.
Last weekend at UFC 314, Lopes faced Volkanovski for the vacant featherweight championship in the main event. Despite showing flashes of his potential, Volkanovski demonstrated the exceptional skills that made him a long-reigning featherweight champion, securing a unanimous decision victory and reclaiming his title. It was a devastating loss for Lopes, and we now understand the profound impact it had on him.
On Wednesday, Iridium Sports Agency, representing Lopes, shared a video compilation of behind-the-scenes footage capturing Lopes before and after UFC 314. The pre-fight scenes show Lopes and his team in high spirits, dancing and joking. However, the atmosphere changes dramatically in the post-fight footage, revealing Lopes` intense heartbreak after falling short against Volkanovski. He is seen openly crying in the locker room backstage as his team offers comfort.
After some time, Lopes regains composure and expresses gratitude to his team. He admits feeling he could have done more but ultimately fell short, while also promising a determined return.
Watch the emotional video above to see Lopes` reaction to the fight at UFC 314.
