Retirement, fighting at 40 don't scare Volkanovski
Even at 38 years old, UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski says he will deliver one of the finest performances of his career at UFC 333.
Volkanovski. Even: What Happened
ESPN reported on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 in a story involving Volkanovski. Even, Alexander Volkanovski, Retirement. Here is how the report opens:
Even at 38 years old, UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski says he will deliver one of the finest performances of his career at UFC 333.
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Key Takeaways
- The story: Retirement, fighting at 40 don't scare Volkanovski
- Who’s involved: Volkanovski. Even, Alexander Volkanovski and Retirement
- League: UFC & Boxing
- First reported: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 by ESPN
Background: Ultimate Fighting Championship
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened with Volkanovski. Even?
Even at 38 years old, UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski says he will deliver one of the finest performances of his career at UFC 333. ESPN reported the story on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
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