Who is Yana Santos husband?

Russian mixed martial artist Yana Santos competes in the women’s bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)

Yana Santos, also known as “Foxy,” is a mixed martial artist from Russia who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) women’s bantamweight division. Santos was born in Murmansk, Russia, on November 11, 1989. Santos showed an early interest in athletics and sports, which later inspired her to seek a career in mixed martial arts.

Yana Santos Husband “Thiago Santos”

Born on January 7, 1984, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Santos developed an interest in martial arts at a young age. He began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Muay Thai, laying the foundation for his future success in MMA. Santos initially competed in regional promotions in Brazil, gaining experience and sharpening his skills.

UFC Career

Santos made his UFC debut on October 9, 2013, at UFC Fight Night: Maia vs. Shields, where he faced Cezar Ferreira. Santos showcased his striking skills early on, securing a first-round knockout victory and making an immediate impact in the promotion. This marked the beginning of his journey in the UFC.

Throughout his early UFC career, Santos displayed a penchant for finishing fights. He accumulated several impressive knockouts and established himself as an exciting fighter to watch. Some of his remarkable victories during this period include wins over Ronny Markes, Andy Enz, and Nate Marquardt.

Santos showcased his knockout power in spectacular fashion. He quickly made a statement by earning a first-round knockout victory over Eryk Anders in his divisional debut. Santos’ striking prowess and aggressive style made him a formidable opponent for anyone in the division.

One of Santos’ most memorable performances came on February 3, 2019, at UFC 231 when he faced Jan Błachowicz. In a highly competitive fight, Santos demonstrated his resilience and striking abilities, earning a hard-fought unanimous decision victory. The win solidified his position as a top contender in the light heavyweight division.

When did they start dating?

The UFC couple met each other in 2019. Thiago and Yana got engaged in December 2020. Yana made it official on her social media when she posted a video of Thiago putting a ring on her finger. Both Thiago and Yana support each other and they also run a Non-profit Organization to train kids from poor backgrounds to learn Martial Arts. The couple welcomed their first child named “Alisa” born on April 25, 2022.

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