Raoni Barcelos has regained consciousness and is back on his feet following a frightening moment at UFC Fight Night 289. During the fifth round of the main event last Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Barcelos (22-6 MMA, 11-5 UFC) lost consciousness while being taken down by Raul Rosas Jr. A commission doctor checked his pulse inside the cage before the 39-year-old fighter was stretchered out and transported to a nearby trauma center.
After providing an optimistic video update from the hospital where Barcelos was alert and talking, he shared on Instagram late Tuesday night that he has been released. The post included a photo of Barcelos with his family outside the hospital in Las Vegas.
Before the alarming incident, Barcelos was leading on all three judges’ scorecards. UFC CEO Dana White confirmed that the Brazilian was promptly sent to a trauma center and expressed relief that the situation was not more serious. At this time, there is no official explanation for why Barcelos lost consciousness during the fight.
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Fan Take: This news is crucial for fight fans as it highlights the inherent risks athletes face in the octagon and the importance of immediate medical response. Barcelos’ recovery is a reminder of the sport’s unpredictability and underscores the need for ongoing attention to fighter safety protocols.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
