Fighter Detail Chris Horodecki  "The Polish Hammer" Born: Ontario, Canada Fighting Out Of: London, Ontario Age: 22 Height: 5' 8" (173 cm) Weight: 155 lbs. (70 kg) Overall MMA Record (W-L-D): 13-2-0 Strengths: Good standup, Well rounded Languages Spoken: English, Polish

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Fighter Biography

Training: 2 workouts a day, mixing between Striking, Wrestling, Jiu-jitsu, and Strength and Conditioning

When and why did you start training for fighting? I’ve been involved in martial arts my whole life. Met Shawn Tompkins when I was 13 and knew this is what I wanted to do. The rest is history.

Do you have any heroes? Ray Sefo and Shawn Tompkins

What is your favorite technique? The KO!

What does it mean for you to fight in the WEC? Being part of one of the premier organizations in the world.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I was studying to be a paramedic.

What was your job before you started fighting? Student

Most memorable professional fight (who, where, why)? My MMA debut, 6 days after my 18th birthday. I finally was where I wanted to be for so many years.

What was your most challenging professional fight (against who, when, what was the outcome)? Two wars with Bart Palaszewski in the IFL. Two victories by decision.

Who were your training partners for this fight? All the fighters out of the Adrenaline Training Center in Canada and the Tapout Training Facility in Las Vegas.

Did you put more emphasis towards a fighting style or adjust your training to prepare for your opponent (what did you do differently/why)? Both. In the weeks prior to a match I am working specifically on preparing for my opponent. When I am not training for a fight I try to sharpen all my weaknesses.

What, other than WINNING, are you using for motivation for the fight? Representing all the people who influence my life.

What is your favorite thing about this sport? The rush of performing. I live for it.

How long do you see yourself staying in this sport? As long as my body will let me.