Former UFC fighter Nam Phan speech comparison ( potential signs of cte )

[KyL]

Thanks for taking the time to watch this. Just wanted to clarify this in no way meant to target, make fun of Nam or insult his intelligence. It is meant to show the harsh reality of the sport he and we all love. Nothing but respect for Nam, in his UFC run and legendary sparring videos he always show amazing heart and skill which is beyond admirable. This unfortunately comes at great a cost. To also clarify, Nam has mentioned in his videos that his family / friends have asked him many times to stop competing, he has made this very clear. He has caring people in his life. Also Nam impressively has successfully ran / operated his Gym for years. He’s very intelligent and this video on his speech change isn’t meant to question that. Wish Nam nothing but the best, he’s a true warrior / legend. He’s the first ever Vietnamese UFC fighter and he has inspired many.

[b.f.skinner]

After ending his MMA career at 21-17 Nam began boxing, he lost his last 8 fights in a row (besides 1 draw). Brutal way to make a living.

[JStack]

I used to train with him a bit in 2009. He was very friendly and even helped me in the parking lot when my car died. He was always so happy and, especially by fighter standards, smart and eloquent. This is really rough to see I hope he can get put into proper treatment

[fb.th]

i go to his dojo and yeah its pretty difficult to hear what he says, hes an awesome guy though

[josephp.]

Brutal way to make a living man, jeez. Respect to these warriors and what they go through to feed their families.

[traiwitz]

dude absorbed so much damage during his career, hes one of the most surefire cases of cte. absolutely tragic considering the kinda dude and warrior he was and you can tell hes a good guy

[knighthawk]

This guy needs a hospital bed not a doctor. Anyone to sanction this guy to fight needs to go to jail

[PaliAha]

And now Dana White brings us
Slap Fighting!

[dlmsarge]

Videos like this should be shown to all teens in training gyms. I love the excitement of watching a good fight and appreciate the skill and athleticism of the fighters but wow the long term effects are devastating for some.

[BURGATRON]

Remember watching him in the ultimate fighter. Seemed like a good dude. Wish him all the best

[downfromthereeefters]

Please do Chuck Liddell. There's an interview of him in 2002 where he sounds extremely eloquent. Compared to any even somewhat recent footage, the difference is shocking. This is an important message thanks for making the video!

[imark]

This is why MMA fans should really be more respectful when they talk about these athletes. Sometimes folks talk about them like they’re some toys

[MMAGamblingTips]

Imagine what the fighters from Power Slap will sound like in 10 years. 😢

[ooohrob]

no more fighting ... u already put in good work .. .. youre a warrior else to prove my man

[JoshBruin]

Nam Phan will always ne one of my favorites. Absolutely a warrior, and insanely underrated. 💯 Sending all the best to him. 🙏

[roberthawkins]

I had a old teammate that fought this dude in pro boxing a few years back. He could take a shot but damn he ate a lot heavy shots in that fight. I could only imagine what his whole career looked like.

[darbyheavey]

Compare this to wrestling…in 2021 Dan Gable gave Joe Rogan an interview…at 70 plus years of age and decades of wrestling, coaching, Olympic Gold behind him his brain is intact. Sad to see.

[waltz]

Mma fighters don't get paid enough especially in the ufc

[oRealAlieNo]

Man i met nam phan like 14 yrs ago. He was a solid beast of a dude. Man i wish him well.

[WhiskeyToro]

Poor guy. Now I see why Holloway never spars. No need for additional damage.