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Fedor Emelianenko

Fedor Emelianenko - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 28, 1976
Age49
BirthplaceRubizhne, Luhansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (now Ukraine)
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Fedor Emelianenko's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForLegendary heavyweight mixed martial artist; long-reigning PRIDE Heavyweight Champion

Intro

Fedor Emelianenko is a retired Russian mixed martial artist, widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight fighters in the history of MMA. He has held multiple championship titles, most notably in the PRIDE Fighting Championships, and is known for his dominance throughout the 2000s.

Early Life & Background

Fedor Emelianenko was born in Rubizhne, Luhansk Oblast, then part of the Ukrainian SSR, and raised in Russia. He began practicing judo and sambo at an early age, influenced by his older brother Aleksander. After completing his mandatory military service in the Russian Army from 1995 to 1997, he pursued a career in combat sports, eventually earning recognition as a Master of Sports in both judo and sambo.

Career Highlights

  • PRIDE Heavyweight Champion (2003–2007)
  • Winner of the 2004 PRIDE Heavyweight Grand Prix
  • Four-time World Combat Sambo Champion
  • Strikeforce, Bellator, and RINGS tournament competitor
  • Widely regarded among the greatest MMA heavyweights of all time

Trivia

  • He is often nicknamed 'The Last Emperor.'
  • Fedor rarely lost in his prime career stretch, famously going undefeated in 28 fights from 2001 to 2010.
  • He is known for his calm demeanor in and out of the ring.

FAQs

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How old is Fedor Emelianenko?

Fedor Emelianenko is 49 years old.

When was Fedor Emelianenko born?

Fedor Emelianenko was born the 28 September 1976.

Where is Fedor Emelianenko from?

Rubizhne, Luhansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union (now Ukraine).

On His Birth-Day

About September 28th, 1976, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) was enacted on September 28, 1976, to regulate the introduction of new or already existing chemicals. It aims to ensure that chemical substances do not pose an unreasonable risk to health or the environment.
  • Day of the week: September 28th, 1976 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Play That Funky Music by Wild Cherry
  • #1 UK song: Dancing Queen by Abba
  • Popular movie: Rocky directed by John G. Avildsen

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fedor_Emelianenko
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2181102/
  3. https://www.ufc.com/athlete/fedor-emelianenko