In Photos: Alex Pereira looks dapper on trip to New York with his two sons ahead of UFC 307
Light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira is enjoying a brief getaway with his family in New York City as he prepares for his upcoming title defense against Khalil Rountree at UFC 307.
Pereira, who has already defended his belt twice in 2024, is looking to continue his dominance in the light heavyweight division. Rountree, currently on a five-fight winning streak, is a formidable opponent, but Pereira is confident in his ability to retain the title.
As the fight night approaches, Pereira is taking some time to relax and enjoy quality time with his family. The photos he shared on Instagram show him and his two sons exploring the city and enjoying the sights and sounds of New York.
Check out some of the pictures shared by the champ on his official Instagram handle below:
Khalil Rountree’s suspension reduced, officially cleared for main event clash against Alex Pereira
Khalil Rountree has received a significant victory outside of the octagon. The light heavyweight contender has had his recent drug test suspension reduced to four and a half months, allowing him to compete in his scheduled title fight against Alex Pereira at UFC 307.
Rountree was originally suspended after testing positive for Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), a steroid hormone, before his fight with Jamahal Hill at UFC 303. He self-reported the failed test and attributed it to a contaminated supplement.
The Nevada Athletic Commission (NAC) reviewed Rountree's case and ultimately decided to reduce the suspension. The commission praised Rountree for his honesty and cooperation, noting that his self-report played a key role in mitigating the penalty.
With the suspension now behind him, Rountree can focus on his upcoming title fight against Pereira. The fight is expected to be a highly competitive matchup between two of the division's top contenders.