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Jon Jones Retains UFC Light Heavyweight Title, Beats Thiago Santos by Decision

Jon Jones defended his light heavyweight championship once again via split decision against Thiago Santos in the main event of UFC 239 from Las Vegas on Saturday.

Jones was able to do just enough to keep Santos at bay despite a valiant effort from a challenger who brought the fight to the champion despite an apparent leg injury suffered early in the bout.

Bones' latest title defense adds another accomplishment in what has been a busy stretch for the champion. After fighting just three times from January 2015 to July 2017, he's making up for lost time with three wins in a little over six months, including a win over rival Alexander Gustafsson and Anthony Smith.