"It feels really good. It's just another opponent. Business is business. I would have thought it was a little bit crazy, because I'd been scheduled to fight him in Bellator."
"I took it really hard. I was really embarrassed, I had some down days. It's just part of the game, especially when you put a lot of work into it."
"I'm very thankful for the fans, don't get me wrong but then you also get the fans that criticize, and say certain things but they don't see the behind the scenes."
"You put your life and soul into it and to come up short, especially on a big stage like that, it takes a toll."
Aaron Pico is preparing for his UFC 327 fight against Patricio Pitbull, viewing it as just another opponent. He reflects on how fighting Pitbull in the UFC would have seemed improbable years ago. Both fighters are at a pivotal moment in their careers, with Pitbull having experienced mixed results in the UFC. Pico expresses gratitude for his fans while acknowledging the challenges and pressures fighters face, especially after a loss. He emphasizes the hard work and sacrifices made in pursuit of success in the sport.
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