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Justin Gaethje says his UFC legacy is ‘fulfilled’ after Topuria win Justin Gaethje believes he has already accomplished what he set out to do in the fight game. The Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight titleholder recently opened up about his last win and the respect he has earned in the sport. Gaethje is content with his career, irrespective of what happens in the future. Gaethje emerged victorious in his third attempt at undisputed UFC gold at UFC Freedom 250, where he pulled off a major upset to finish Ilia Topuria and claim the lightweight title. He’s now satisfied with what he’s accomplished. “I do feel like I have fulfilled my legacy,” Gaethje said in a recent interview. Gaethje pointed to the respect he has earned from fans as well as the way he has conducted himself throughout his career, in victory and defeat. "The Highlight" credited losing the BMF title to Max Holloway as a key moment in his career, especially considering Holloway was finished by Topuria soon after the BMF title bout. “I think that Max Holloway was a huge building block to the person and the legacy that I built,” Gaethje added. “Without that, this win wouldn't have been that special, especially with Ilia beating him, knocking him out and me going in there and finding success. Yeah, I couldn't write it any better.” The Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight titleholder recently opened up about his last win and the respect he has earned in the sport. Gaethje is content with his career, irrespective of what happens in the future. Advertisement Justin Gaethje explains why losing to Max Holloway made his Ilia Topuria win more meaningful Gaethje emerged victorious in his third attempt at undisputed UFC gold at UFC Freedom 250, where he pulled off a major upset to finish Ilia Topuria and claim the lightweight title. He’s now satisfied with what he’s accomplished. “I do feel like I have fulfilled my legacy,” Gaethje said in a recent interview. Gaethje pointed to the respect he has earned from fans as well as the way he has conducted himself throughout his career, in victory and defeat. "The Highlight" credited losing the BMF title to Max Holloway as a key moment in his career, especially considering Holloway was finished by Topuria soon after the BMF title bout. “I think that Max Holloway was a huge building block to the person and the legacy that I built,” Gaethje added. “Without that, this win wouldn't have been that special, especially with Ilia beating him, knocking him out and me going in there and finding success. Yeah, I couldn't write it any better.” Couldn't write it any better ✍️@Justin_Gaethje's legacy is fulfilled in his mind after his win at #UFCWhiteHouse pic.twitter.com/DVLw93MNGu — UFC on Paramount+ (@UFConParamount) September 1, 2026 « Previous Tommy McMillen takes aim at unbeaten UFC rival: 'He runs his mouth' Next Dan Hooker admits distractions crept in before recent UFC struggles » More