""A dream come true. We worked so hard for so long, so many years, for this to happen. Thank God it happened that way. It's just amazing.""
""I have a coach, he's not just a teacher or a coach, father, a mentor, a psychologist. He always says, 'listen we're going to go out there to do one more. Just one more fight. It's just a different kind of sparring.'""
""I wasn't shook, I wasn't rattled by the moment. I was able to actually keep my cool and just go out there and get the win.""
Barbosa expressed immense joy after his UFC debut victory, describing it as a dream come true after years of hard work. He credited his coach for providing guidance and helping him stay calm during the fight. This preparation allowed him to avoid the typical 'UFC jitters' and perform effectively. Barbosa emphasized the importance of his coach's mentorship, which helped him approach the fight as just another sparring session, enabling him to maintain composure and secure the win.
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