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Cory Sandhagen Says Personal Tragedy Drove His MMA Commitment

Sandhagen says losing his best friend at 18 changed how he viewed life and pushed him toward full commitment in MMA. He recalled the tragedy as the moment he realized, “This thing doesn’t last forever.” From then on, Sandhagen decided to chase what he loved regardless of risk, turning grief into the mindset that shaped his fighting career.