Carlos Prates says he realized Della Maddalena was in trouble mid-fight

Carlos Prates stated that he began working toward a bonus finish after recognizing that Jack Della Maddalena was in a hopeless situation during their octagon battle. Prates indicated he became aware of Della Maddalena's compromised state and adjusted his approach accordingly. The Brazilian ultimately earned a Performance of the Night bonus for his finish. Prates' comments suggest he demonstrated fight IQ by identifying his opponent's vulnerability and capitalizing on it. The post celebrates Prates fully deserving his bonus award for the performance.