Carlos Prates receives warm reception from Perth fans at open workout

Brazilian welterweight Carlos Prates received an enthusiastic welcome from fans in Perth, Australia, during an open workout ahead of his fight. The crowd was vocal and supportive throughout the session, suggesting the local audience may not be entirely hostile to the visiting fighter. This warm reception comes despite Prates facing Australian Jack Della Maddalena on home soil. The atmosphere at the workout indicates Prates may have significant fan support in what could have been considered enemy territory.