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Tracy Cortez departs Fight Ready to train in Mexico City ahead of UFC 329

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 4:59 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Tracy Cortez departs Fight Ready to train in Mexico City ahead of UFC 329
Summary

Tracy Cortez is transitioning from the Fight Ready gym to the UFC Performance Institute in Mexico City as she prepares for her fight against Cong Wang at UFC 329 on July 11. After her coach Santino Defranco retired following her loss to Erin Blanchfield last November, Cortez decided she had outgrown Fight Ready. She believes that training in Mexico City has enhanced her skills and allowed her to connect with her roots. Cortez holds a record of 12-3 and aims to improve after losing two of her last three fights against top contenders.

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  • •Cortez moved to Mexico City for enhanced training opportunities.
  • •She will fight Cong Wang at UFC 329 on July 11.
  • •Cortez split from Fight Ready after her coach's retirement.
  • •She aims to connect with her Mexican heritage through this move.
  • •Her current record stands at 12-3.
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Tracy Cortez believes her move to Mexico City has made her a better athlete.

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