There was a time when Thales Leites ‘ name was sullied, when a mention meant a recollection of a disappointing, failed 2009 bid for the UFC middleweight title. But at 7-1 in his past eight fights, that’s no longer the case. “Some things are imposed upon our lives for a reason,” Leites told MMAjunkie.com. “I think that experience strengthened me, made me persevere and appreciate things more.
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Putting past behind, Thales Leites intent on earning new reputation at UFC 167 – MMA Junkie