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UFC 228 Open Workouts: European Challengers Plant Their Flags Among American Champions

“It touches me right here,” Darren Till explained, tapping on his heart.

For a fighter so well known for bravado and confidence, the notable and unexpected support of the Dallas fans in attendance at the official UFC 228 open workouts clearly hit him in a soft spot.

(Photo by Juan Cardenas/Zuffa LLC)
(Photo by Juan Cardenas/Zuffa LLC)

“I believed I have fans everywhere…I didn’t think I had this many fans. It’s overwhelming. It’s good for me.”

It makes sense that Till would be shocked by the support. His champion opponent, Tyron Woodley, is at home less than 650 miles from Dallas, where the two will clash in the main event of UFC 228 on September 8, 2018.