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Tracy Cortez's Sacrifice
UFC fighter Tracy Cortez made a drastic move to make weight for her fight against Rose Namajunas by cutting off her own hair.
Short Notice Fight
Cortez agreed to step in on two weeks' notice after Maycee Barber withdrew, facing Namajunas in a 125lb flyweight bout at the Ball Arena in Denver.
Emotional Weigh-In
Struggling to meet the weight limit of 126lb, Cortez took matters into her own hands and cut her hair to make weight, ensuring the fight would go on.
Impressive Career
Despite the challenges, Cortez boasts an impressive 11-1 record in her MMA career, currently on a ten-fight winning streak.
Namajunas' Journey
Rose Namajunas, a former two-time UFC strawweight champion, faced setbacks but has shown resilience with recent victories.
