Santiago Ponzinibbio vows to return stronger after Abu Dhabi KO loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Santiago Ponzinibbio continues to express optimism following his knockout loss to Sam Patterson at UFC Fight Night 282 in Abu Dhabi. The Scottish fighter, with a record of 30-10 in MMA and 12-9 in UFC, took to Instagram to thank supporters and share his determination to keep fighting. He acknowledged mistakes made during the bout but reaffirmed his commitment to reinvention and progress in his MMA career. Ponzinibbio is ready to move forward and plans to return to competition soon.
- •Ponzinibbio lost to Sam Patterson by KO at UFC Fight Night 282.
- •The fight took place on July 29, 2026, in Abu Dhabi.
- •Ponzinibbio thanks his supporters in a social media post.
- •He acknowledges mistakes and emphasizes motivation to improve.
- •Plans for a return to fighting are already in motion.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Santiago Ponzinibbio not deterred by UFC Abu Dhabi KO loss
"Santiago Ponzinibbio vows to return stronger following his KO loss at Saturday's UFC Abu Dhabi.
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