Georges St-Pierre
Georges St-Pierre
Georges St-Pierre, often referred to as GSP, is a Canadian mixed martial artistand a three-time former Welterweight Champion of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, having won the title twice in 2006 and 2008, as well as an Interim title in 2007. Frequently cited as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time, St-Pierre was ranked as the #1 welterweight in the world for several years by Sherdog and numerous other publications. In 2008, 2009, and 2010 he was named the...
NationalityCanadian
ProfessionAthlete
Date of Birth19 May 1981
CountryCanada
I bow to my opponent in praise and thanks. After the fight is a time for humility, acceptance and analysis, no matter the result.
Once fear enters your life - it will take you in one of two directions: empowerment or panic.
I'm always at my best when I'm fighting a guy who insults me..questions my integrity; it lights more fire in me.
People who believe in themselves can accomplish almost anything... all begins with attitude.
The only way forward in life is innovation.
I'm always scared when I fight. But that fear is what keeps me more alert and more focused. It's good to have fear.
There's no honour fighting in the street, there is nothing to gain.
This extends to all things, but you only learn it by losing a few times.
No two journeys are alike. Nobody can pretend to know the journey another person takes to achieve his dreams.
If I'm disrespectful to my opponent, how can I respect myself?
You can spend your life watching other people win or beat your name into history.
I am very honored and excited to be part of UFC 100; it's going to be the hardest challenge of my career so far and it's going to be pretty tough - I can't wait.
In fighting, in evolution, in life, efficiency is the key,
Your body can dictate your mind... As I'm walking to the Octagon and I act with confidence, my body take over my mind, and I become confident for real.