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Carlos Ulberg stated that he deliberately aimed for a first-round knockout because his corner was considering stopping the fight between rounds due to an injury he sustained. Ulberg explained that he knew he had to finish his opponent in the opening round and began striking harder than usual as a result. The injury prompted urgent strategic adjustments from both Ulberg and his corner team. He successfully secured the finish within the first round, avoiding the potential stoppage. The specific nature of the injury was not detailed in the statement. Ulberg's comments highlight the mental fortitude required to perform under injury-induced time pressure.
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