The young bantamweight fighter is suffering from the rare Pallister W syndrome, which causes abnormalities in bone and face structure.
Mexican and American mixed martial artist of, Raúl Rosas Jr. fights for the Ultimate Fighting Championship in the bantamweight division.
Highlights
- Born on October 8, 2005, Raúl Rosas Jr. was the youngest fighter ever to get a UFC contract.
- Rosas Jr. persisted in pursuing his passion despite fighting Pallister W syndrome, a rare genetic condition that alters bone and face structure.
- Growing up in Mexico and starting martial arts training at the age of three, Rosas Jr. overcame several obstacles, including overcoming mockery.
Moreover, born on October 8, 2005, Raúl Rosas Jr. was the youngest fighter ever to receive a UFC contract.
Similarly, he was raised in Mexico and started martial arts training at the age of 3.
On November 26, 2021, the young athlete made his professional debut for Ultimate Warrior Challenge Mexico, a promoter in Mexico.
Raúl Rosas Jr. Suffers From Pallister W Syndrome
The teenage bantamweight fighter Raúl Rosas Jr. suffers from Pallister W syndrome, a rare genetic disorder.
Moreover, the exact cause of the syndrome is unknown but unusual traits are the change in face and bone structure due to the syndrome.
A cleft palate and upper lip, a broad, flat nose, wide-set eyes, and a downward-sloping eyelid crease are the facial traits of Pallister W syndrome.
Raul’s voice had a blaze to it that he could never extinguish, although it also caused speech issues.
“I’m different, so I have a potential to be a superstar break all these records,” Raul answered when asked about his future expectations. “I’m just being myself and I’m blessed that I am the way I am and I know I have potential to become one of the biggest superstars of the company.”
Raúl Rosas Jr.
However, Raul Rosas Jr.’s dream of competing in the UFC did not come to an end because of his illness.
After overcoming Dana White, he made a victorious debut at UFC 282 but lost the next one at UFC 287.
But the 18-year-old picked himself up and returned to win the Noche UFC by knockout.
Moreover, he faced several challenges on his way to the UFC. Rosas Jr. need an additional license to compete in Dana White’s promotion.
For instance, in late 2022, reigning UFC bantamweight champion Sean O. Malley made fun of Rosas Jr.’s physical looks.
Unfortunately, he’s not the first MMA athlete to have made fun of the 19-year-old’s appearance; middleweight contender Paulo Costa has also done so.
Rosas Jr., however, will aim to remind everyone who watched of his talent and skill set when he faced Ricky Turcios at UFC Fight Night 237, also known as UFC Mexico.
Additional Information
- Rosas Jr currently resides in Santa Rosa, California.
- Rosas Jr.’s parents first came to the US from Mexico City’s Iztapalapa neighborhood.
- The estimated net worth of Raul Rosas Jr. is $500,000.
