My journey began when I was eight years old, stepping onto the mats to learn karate. Like many kids, I was fuelled by dreams of becoming a superhero, inspired by the action cartoons I loved. But reality hit me hard at twelve when I was beaten badly by a neighbourhood bully. That day, I made a promise to myself: never again would I feel powerless. I searched for something stronger, more real — something that would teach me to defend myself and build unshakeable confidence. At fourteen, I found Muay Thai, and it changed my life.

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Muay Thai became more than a sport for me; it became a way of life. Within a year, I stepped into amateur competitions, fighting with everything I had. But life demanded choices. After finishing school, I paused my fight to focus on university exams. Yet every time I sat down to study, my heart was somewhere else — in the ring. Fighting wasn’t just something I enjoyed; it was part of who I am.

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There was a gym near my home I had seen online: Sniper Academy. I finally walked through its doors, full of purpose. My mother was scared of me. She asked me to quit, worried about the risks and sacrifices that come with this path — especially in a country where the life of a fighter is filled with uncertainty. But I looked her in the eye and told her this was what I was meant to do. I promised to be careful, and from that moment, she became my strongest supporter. Mum, if you are reading this — thank you. Everything I have achieved began with your belief in me.

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I trained tirelessly, expanding my skills across Muay Thai, boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and wrestling. At nineteen, I told my coaches, Luis Candiotti and Cristian Freyre, that I was ready for MMA. They believed in me, and a few months later, I made my debut.

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The road to becoming a champion was never easy. I faced injuries, criticism, financial struggles, and setbacks. But each obstacle only pushed me harder. Through sweat, sacrifice, and determination, I rose through the ranks, becoming a champion here in Peru. I fought the best fighters in my division and travelled across the Americas to sharpen my craft. I am grateful to Jackson Mora and FFC Gym for their belief in me during those crucial years. Their support helped mould me into the fighter I am today.

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Now, I am training under coach José Alvarado at True Wrestling, preparing for the biggest challenge yet. My goal is clear — to earn my place in the UFC.

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I am proof that hard work, discipline, and self-belief can turn the impossible into reality. Winning belongs to those who are willing to pay the price. The fight is not only in the cage — it’s in every part of life. You have to fight for your dreams, for what you deserve, even when the odds are stacked against you.
 

There’s one part of my journey that will always stay with me. My first coaches weren’t from famous gyms. They were local fighters — Miguel Machado and David Yucra — training in the park near my home. They taught me for free, and thanks to them, I had my first fights in small rings and even in street fights with referees and judges, much like Jorge Masvidal’s beginnings. I also trained with Thiago do Souza, whose conditioning work laid the groundwork for who I would become.

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These humble beginnings built the foundation of my career. I carry those lessons with me every time I step into the cage.  My story is still being written. And I will not stop until I stand where I know I belong.