Two UFC fighters have publicly confirmed their relationship on Instagram.
Conor McGregor rang in the New Year by encouraging fans to watch his iconic fight. He tweeted, “Happy New Year everyone. Tune in at 11:59:20 p.m. to watch the full McGregor vs. Cowboys fight and catch midnight right when the victory happens. Congrats to the winner!” While this playful message was expected from “The Notorious,” what truly surprised MMA fans was Alex Pereira showing a more affectionate side.
Alex Pereira, the UFC light heavyweight champion known for his knockout power and stoic demeanor, rarely reveals much about his personal life. On New Year’s Eve, however, he shared a glimpse by posting a photo on Instagram showing him standing behind UFC flyweight Tracy Cortez, holding her waist. Both wearing matching sweaters, the couple confirmed their romance when Cortez shared a photo of Pereira kissing her on her Instagram Story. This announcement marks the rise of a new UFC power couple, alongside well-known duos like Paige VanZant and Austin Vanderford.
Regarding his career, Pereira hasn’t stepped into the Octagon since reclaiming the light heavyweight title at UFC 320 in October, where he knocked out Magomed Ankalaev in just 80 seconds, avenging a previous loss. Although Pereira had hoped to fight UFC legend Jon Jones at the White House on June 14th, he recently revealed the event won’t happen as planned, posting a photo with Dana White captioned, “Looks like the White House is a no go!!!” Currently, Pereira is recovering from a broken leg, and it’s uncertain if this or other factors will keep him from participating in the highly anticipated UFC card.
Fan Take: This relationship reveal offers fans a fresh, humanizing glimpse into the life of one of the UFC’s top stars, Alex Pereira, which could boost fan engagement and interest in future fights. Additionally, with Pereira’s career trajectory still subject to change due to injury and event cancellations, fans will be eager to see how his personal and professional lives evolve, potentially shaping future championship narratives.
