Aaron Pico has set the stage for his debut with more than just fighting skills. Before stepping into the spotlight, the featherweight contender explained why he chose to train with Greg Jackson , the coach of Jon Jones , one of MMA’s biggest stars. While many assumed it was just for elite-level preparation, Pico says there is a deeper reason for his decision that extends beyond sparring.

When Pico first went into Jackson’s gym, the veteran coach did not mince words. “You need to be fighting like a Ferrari, but you’re fighting like a minivan,” Jackson told him. The straightforward honesty struck a chord. The 28-year-old took it as a challenge rather than an insult. It meant he still had another gear to unlock, and Greg Jackson knew how to get him there.

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