Luiz Garagorri

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training Taekwondo when I was eight years old and have been training ever since. 

What ranks and titles have you held? Uruguayan Muay Thai champion, South American Muay Thai champion

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s a big honor, especially being the first Uruguayan in UFC’s history and debuting inside of my country.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I am a lawyer. 

What was your job before you started fighting? Lawyer

Ranks in any martial arts styles: Taekwondo black belt, kickboxing black belt, Muay Thai black belt, BJJ purple belt

Favorite grappling technique: Arm triangle choke

Favorite Striking technique: Spinning kick