Belal Muhammad made headlines by winning the UFC welterweight championship, marking a significant achievement as the first Palestinian American champion in the sport's history. The victory was momentarily overshadowed when commentator Daniel Cormier mistakenly announced Leon Edwards as the champion immediately after the fight. Muhammad's response reflected his perseverance, stating that he doesn't need external validation to recognize his and his team's capabilities. He is slated to defend his title against Jack Della Maddalena, paving the way for further accomplishments in his newly attained status.
"I don't need the world to believe in me... Me and my team know what we're capable of, and now we're world champions."
"Ladies and gentlemen, give it up for the welterweight champion, Leon Edwards!" Cormier proclaimed, highlighting the mix-up of champions post-fight.
Belal Muhammad's victory is significant as he becomes the first Palestinian American champion in UFC history, overcoming years of being overlooked.
Muhammad is set for his first title defense against Jack Della Maddalena, reflecting his commitment to establishing himself as a champion.
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