Summary of Craig Jones controversially kisses Gabi Garcia before choking her in first-ever intergender fight
Summary
In a groundbreaking intergender grappling match at the Craig Jones Invitational in Las Vegas, male jiu-jitsu star Craig Jones faced off against Brazilian legend Gabi Garcia. The event was marred by controversy when Jones forcefully kissed Garcia during a promotional event, leading to a heated exchange between the two. Despite the tensions, the match proceeded, with Jones demonstrating dominance over Garcia, ultimately securing a submission victory in the second round.
Key moments included Garcia's resilience as she survived the first round against Jones, who is known for training with UFC stars. The match, which featured no striking, was met with boos from the crowd despite Jones's victory. After the fight, both competitors showed mutual respect, with Garcia expressing gratitude towards Jones for the opportunity and acknowledging the significance of the match for their sport. She emphasized her pride in participating and the potential for growth in the sport, despite the initial controversy surrounding the event.
The match garnered significant attention, with the first day of the Invitational receiving 1.2 million views on YouTube, highlighting the event's success despite the contentious lead-up.
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Notable Quotes
— 02:47 — « I want to cry because I see all this. »
— 03:02 — « I call it self-respect because I do what I want and I don't give AF about nothing. »
— 03:16 — « Day one of the Craig Jones Invitational received 1.2 million views on YouTube, pointing to the success of the event even with the controversy before the bout. »
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