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Paulo Costa issued an apology to Russian fans for comments he made at a press conference, stating he has a specific dislike for Hamzat Chimaev rather than Russians in general. Costa explained that when he said he hated Russians, he was misunderstood and was actually referring to "that Chechen gourmet," his nickname for Chimaev. He clarified that while Chimaev is more Chechen than Russian, they are from the same country, and he actually likes Russians and knows some living in Germany. Costa noted this would be the second Russian opponent he has beaten and expressed hope to face Chimaev for a third victory over a Russian fighter.
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