Carlos Prates' 'Nightmare' Nickname Origins Revealed

Carlos Prates' nickname 'The Nightmare' has an unexpected origin story unrelated to his fighting style. In the 2000s, a popular Brazilian children's show called 'Sítio do Picapau Amarelo' (Yellow Woodpecker Farm) featured a character named Pesadelo, which translates to 'Nightmare.' Prates' friends believed he resembled this character and gave him the nickname, which later perfectly transitioned into his fighting persona. The post includes comparison photos, though the author admits not seeing much resemblance. The Brazilian fighter is currently on an impressive run in the UFC.