UFC Seattle: Alexa Grasso chokes out unconscious Maycee Barber after KO of the Year candidate
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Key Points:
- Alexa Grasso secured a dominant first-round victory over Maycee Barber at UFC Seattle, ending Barber’s seven-fight win streak with a left hook followed by a rear-naked choke submission.
- The referee stopped the fight quickly as Barber was rendered unconscious, marking a potential Knockout of the Year moment; Barber later recovered and shared a respectful hug with Grasso.
- This win was Grasso’s first in over three years, following her upset win over Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 285 and subsequent losses and a draw.
- Grasso emphasized her improved health and submission skills in her post-fight comments, expressing satisfaction with her performance and readiness to continue competing.
- She hinted at a desire to fight in her hometown of Guadalajara for this year’s Noche UFC but did not call out a specific opponent, instead making her case to UFC leadership.
