UFC featherweight Kron Gracie shares his thoughts on the current state of MMA and the challenges of carrying the Gracie name. Read more to learn about his journey and the evolution of martial arts.
| The Burden of the Gracie Name: Kron Gracie’s Thoughts on MMA |
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| Kron Gracie, son of Rickson Gracie, opens up about the pressure of carrying the Gracie name and the challenges he faced growing up. He discusses the evolution of MMA and the importance of being well-rounded in different martial arts disciplines. While his future in MMA remains uncertain, Kron’s unique perspective and fighting style continue to intrigue fans. |
The Burden of the Gracie Name
UFC featherweight Kron Gracie recently shared his thoughts on the current state of MMA. Being born into a famous family can be both a blessing and a burden, especially when your last name is Gracie. The Gracie family has a long-standing legacy in the world of mixed martial arts, with legendary fighters like Royce, Renzo, and Rickson Gracie making their mark in both jiu-jitsu and MMA.
However, not all Gracies have been able to replicate the success of their predecessors. Kron Gracie, the son of Rickson Gracie, has had his fair share of ups and downs in his MMA career. After a successful UFC debut in 2019, he suffered back-to-back losses against Cub Swanson and Charles Jourdain, which led to a long hiatus from the Octagon.
In a recent video posted on his YouTube channel, Kron Gracie opened up about the pressure of carrying the Gracie name and the challenges he faced growing up. He expressed how his father, Rickson Gracie, being considered the best fighter in the world, set high expectations for him. Kron always aspired to be the best and felt worthless if he wasn’t striving for greatness.
Kron also discussed the evolution of MMA and how it has become a blend of various martial arts disciplines. He emphasized the importance of being well-rounded in different martial arts, such as jiu-jitsu, boxing, and judo, to succeed at the highest level. He acknowledged that this generation of fighters is different from the previous ones and that martial arts should be a personal journey of self-improvement.
As for Kron’s future in MMA, it remains uncertain. His unpredictable behavior and long breaks from the sport make it difficult to predict if he will return to the Octagon. However, at 35 years old, he still has some fight left in him, and fans can hope for a few more memorable performances.
While Kron may not be aiming for an actual title run, his unique perspective and fighting style continue to intrigue fans and keep them guessing. The Gracie name may come with its burdens, but Kron’s journey in MMA is far from over.
About the Author
Lucas Rezende is a Brazilian journalist and writer with a passion for MMA. He has been covering the sport since 2012 and has been contributing to Bloody Elbow since March 2015. In addition to his writing, Lucas also teaches English and enjoys playing the bass guitar and traveling in his free time.
