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Bellator 138: Daniel Weichel on how Renzo Gracie inspired him to become a fighter

Bellator featherweight Number 1 contender, Daniel Weichel discusses how Renzo Gracie inspired him to become a fighter.

Daniel Weichel might only be 30-years-old, but don't let that number fool you. He's a seasoned veteran, having had his first fight way back in 2002 at the tender age of seventeen. He's got 43 fights worth of experience to his credit, under the banners of promotions like M-1, Shooto, KOTC, BAMMA, Bellator and a few others.

Currently riding a white-hot 7-fight win streak, with the most recent victories being Desmond Green and Pat Curran. Tonight, the Frankfurt, Germany native will face his toughest career challenge when he takes on Patricio Freire in the co-main event of Bellator's 138th event.