Manon Fiorot was taken to a hospital for precautionary reasons after her win over Erin Blanchfield at UFC Atlantic City, but sources say it was “nothing serious” and she is now hoping for a title shot next.
Manon Fiorot’s victory over Erin Blanchfield at UFC Atlantic City was short-lived. She was whisked off to a local hospital before she could even bask in the glory at the post-fight press conference. Precautionary measures, you see.
It’s not uncommon, really. Fighters who’ve had a rough bout or are nursing serious injuries often get transported. They skip the media chit-chat post-event.
Here’s the silver lining though. Sources from Fiorot’s camp spilled to MMA Fighting that it wasn’t anything grave. Fiorot was all smiles and laughter en route to the hospital for a check-up. No serious injuries, thank goodness.
Fiorot’s debut UFC main event? A total knockout. She aced it with a 50-45 scorecard, blanking Blanchfield in every round. Her secret? A killer counter-striking game. She was all about the stick and move, landing punches on Blanchfield dozens of times over five rounds.
Blanchfield had a tough time, no doubt. She couldn’t close in on the taller Fiorot. And Fiorot? She showed off her strength, shrugging off every grappling attempt Blanchfield threw her way.
After the win, Fiorot didn’t mince words. She wants a title shot, and she wants it next. She’s got her eyes on the winner of the upcoming trilogy fight between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko. That’s her goal for this year.
“I’ve fought everyone in the category. I want the title, that’s it,” Fiorot declared. She’s ready for whatever comes her way. She wants her title shot, and she wants it now.
But there’s a hitch. Timing might just be Fiorot’s nemesis right now.
Grasso and Shevchenko are busy coaching the new season of The Ultimate Fighter. All signs are pointing to a trilogy fight in September. If Fiorot decides to wait it out, she might end up on the sidelines for the rest of 2024. But hey, if it gets her a shot at the UFC gold, it might just be worth the risk.
The downtime will also give Fiorot a chance to rest and recover. Her five-round performance on Saturday was intense. Plus, she’s still undefeated in the UFC with a perfect 7-0 record. Not too shabby, eh?