Robert Valentin chokes out Julien Leblanc in round one, ends losing streak

Robert Valentin submitted Julien Leblanc in the first round at UFC Winnipeg, ending his three-fight losing streak. Valentin improved to 11-6-1 NC with the victory, securing his first UFC win after three consecutive defeats. Leblanc fell to 10-3 in his UFC debut, having his five-fight winning streak snapped. The submission victory represents a crucial turnaround for Valentin's UFC career. Leblanc's debut did not go as planned after entering the promotion with significant momentum.