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Holly Holm’s goal extends far beyond this Saturday’s bout against Ketlen Vieira.
“I want to be the one who does what’s never been before,” Holm said. “I wanted to win world titles in boxing and MMA, and I was able to do that. Women in this sport haven’t been able to fight into their 40s and win titles. But that’s what I want to do.