All We Know About Tony Ferguson and His Time at Harvard University? What Did the UFC Veteran Study?
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Tony Ferguson is one of the most popular UFC fighters in recent times. He is a former interim lightweight champion who once had a 12-fight winning streak. However, not many people are aware that ‘El Cucuy’ briefly studied at the prestigious Harvard University. Today, we’ll take a look at Ferguson’s time in the Cambridge-based institution.
‘El Cucuy’ will be competing in his final fight of the year against a much younger Paddy Pimblett at UFC 296. As we approach the final UFC pay-per-view of the year, let us take a look at the time when Tony Ferguson thought about getting a business degree.
Tony Ferguson announced his move to Harvard University for a business degree after UFC 279
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In the latter half of 2022, Tony Ferguson decided to prepare for his life outside of fighting. He had just fought Nate Diaz in an impromptu bout at that time following Khamzat Chimaev’s weight miss and unfortunately lost the bout. Thereafter, during the post-fight press conference of UFC 279, Ferguson revealed that he was planning to study business at Harvard University. He declared, “I am already going back to school for business in Harvard.”
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Tony Ferguson stated that his intention of going to Harvard is to his business credentials, and for that, he was getting help from one of his friends and a former UFC star as well. “And my buddy Lloyd and Vitor Belfort, they’re helping me with that. After that, I am going to school and get my PT,” said Ferguson.
There have been a few glimpses from his time at Harvard. Let us take a look at those.
Pictures from Ferguson’s time at Harvard
Many students dream of witnessing their name on the acceptance letter of Harvard University. However, little did people think that a popular UFC fighter would of doing the same. Nonetheless, it certainly was an amazing experience for ‘El Cucuy’ who etched his name in the history of Harvard.
There are many pictures online of Tony Ferguson from his time at the University. He has posted pictures of attending classes, enjoying jogging inside the campus, and even an acceptance letter from the prestigious institution. Ferguson seemed to be happy, having had the opportunity to study at an Ivy League university.
makes me happy, makes me smile pic.twitter.com/GpaNKcOB5s
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) November 10, 2022
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Tony Ferguson is putting out all the stops to win his upcoming fight. He even trained with army veteran and motivational speaker David Goggins, with hopes of breaking the 6-fight losing streak. It is an unusual route for a UFC fighter, but Ferguson is determined to defeat Paddy Pimblett.
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We will have to wait and see how things turn out for the former interim champion on December 16th. Who are you betting your money on?
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Joyita Das