Paddy Pimblett credits Justin Gaethje for UFC 329 motivation
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Paddy Pimblett competed against Benoit St. Denis at UFC 329 in Las Vegas on July 12, 2026. Leading into the fight, Pimblett considered retirement if he lost, as he aimed for championship aspirations. Inspired by Justin Gaethje’s upset win over Ilia Topuria, Pimblett felt rejuvenated during his training camp. He secured a first-round submission victory over St. Denis, stating he was ready to face anyone after the fight.
- •Pimblett fought on July 12, 2026, at UFC 329.
- •He faced Benoit St. Denis and won by submission in the first round.
- •Pimblett contemplated retirement if he lost this fight.
- •Justin Gaethje's victory inspired Pimblett during his training camp.
- •Pimblett emphasizes his goal of becoming the best in the world.
- 10:27 AMBBC Sport — Pimblett would have considered retiring if he lost to Saint-Denis
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Paddy Pimblett says Justin Gaethje’s upset changed his UFC 329 mindset
"Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight Paddy Pimblett believes there would’ve been no point in continuing his fighting career had he lost to Benoit St. Denis.
"Paddy Pimblett says he would have considered retiring had he lost to Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 329 last week.
Sources
External links- BBC SportJul 14, 2026, 10:27 AMPimblett would have considered retiring if he lost to Saint-Denis
Paddy Pimblett says he would have considered retiring had he lost to Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 329 last week.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 2:43 AMPaddy Pimblett says Justin Gaethje’s upset changed his UFC 329 mindset
Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight Paddy Pimblett believes there would’ve been no point in continuing his fighting career had he lost to Benoit St. Denis.
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