Dana White ranks Alex Grasso’s finish as 'one of the greatest in the sport’s history'
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Key Points:
- Alexa Grasso secured a spectacular first-round knockout victory over Maycee Barber at UFC Seattle, with UFC President Dana White calling it one of the greatest finishes in MMA history.
- Grasso knocked Barber out with a left hand followed by a quick follow-up shot and then applied a rear-naked choke, although Barber was already unconscious at that point.
- The win was significant for Grasso as it ended a two-fight losing streak and marked her return to form after recovering from injuries.
- Grasso expressed her desire to return to title contention and potentially face Valentina Shevchenko again, aiming to reclaim a championship shot in the flyweight division.
- Having previously upset Shevchenko to win the flyweight title, Grasso acknowledges she may need additional wins to secure another title fight but remains focused on her goal.
