Post by The Sandmen on Feb 4, 2013 22:52:42 GMT -5
People are cheering for this fighter. You can hear Don Frye chants all around the place!
Stefan Struve is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
Ferocious staredown by The Predator while John McCarthy recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Some nice shots from Don Frye
that stun Struve.
Struve has a small cut in his Nose
Don Frye leans forwards and tries to grapple with Struve
Struve wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Don Frye gets sloppy and Stefan Struve tries to take advantage...
Stefan Struve throws a looping left hand...
That lands on The Predator's chin! That stops The Predator in his tracks!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Don Frye closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Don Frye tries a hook to the body
and hits Struve ribs hard
The Predator launches a kick
but Stefan Struve avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Don Frye tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Struve is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
Struve tries to close his guard around The Predator
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
Stefan Struve launches a few punches to The Predator's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The Predator tries to cover his face,
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
The Predator is in closed guard... Struve tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Don Frye!
Stefan Struve is in full mount over Don Frye
Struve fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Don Frye's arm and tries an armbar!
The Predator hold his own hand and breaks Struve's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Stefan Struve.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Stefan Struve is cooling the fight on the ground
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Struve tries to show some ground skills
Stefan Struve put The Predator in half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Don Frye tries to pass Stefan Struve's guard...
Don Frye passes momentarily but Stefan Struve sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
The Predator is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Don Frye tries to pass to half guard...
Stefan Struve's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
Stefan Struve is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Stefan Struve launches a few punches to The Predator's cheek from the guard.
Don Frye uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Struve misses a step and Don Frye sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Predator tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Stefan Struve. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Honda Center (Anaheim, CA) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Stefan Struve just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The Predator quickly defends.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Here comes Stefan Struve with a vicious middle kick!
That lands hard on The Predator's ribs!
Struve tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Struve is clinching with The Predator.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Don Frye is on his back after that attempt
Struve tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Stefan Struve tries to show his boxing skills with a one-two combo
and those punches are landing on The Predator's face
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Don Frye moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Don Frye tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Stefan Struve jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Quick hook by Don Frye
Good shot! Struve has reasons to be worried.
There is a small laceration on Stefan Struve's Chin
Stefan Struve and The Predator engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Don Frye is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Incredible haymaker from Stefan Struve!
It misses by a mile.
Struve is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Stefan Struve tries a middle kick
Don Frye blocks and steps away.
Poorly executed technique. Don Frye looks to counter!
The Predator grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Don Frye
Crushing shot to Struve's body! He's holding his side
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
Not a desiderable position that Struve is in now. Don Frye is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Struve tries to move on the ground and shows Don Frye a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Struve's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
BJJ! That is what must be passing through The Predator's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Struve
Struve tries to close his guard around The Predator
He is not able to do it
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
The Predator moves on the ground
Don Frye moves to side mount
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Stefan Struve is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Stefan Struve launches a few punches to The Predator's cheek from the guard.
Don Frye uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Struve clumsily fails here and it's time for Don Frye to fight back!
Don Frye doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Stefan Struve. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Honda Center (Anaheim, CA) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Struve is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Stefan Struve tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Don Frye jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Struve launches a solid middle kick
that wrenches The Predator!
Hard blow to The Predator's mid-section, he seems hurt
Struve launches a solid middle kick
that whizzes past The Predator.
Poorly executed technique. Don Frye looks to counter!
The Predator is holding Stefan Struve's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Stefan Struve loses balance and goes to the ground.
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Stefan Struve attempts to trap Don Frye in his guard.
Stefan Struve manages to switch to half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Don Frye pushes Struve's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Predator who is in full mount! Struve is in trouble now!
Don Frye is in full mount over Stefan Struve
The Predator suddenly holds Stefan Struve's arm and tries an armbar!
Struve can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Don Frye!
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Struve is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Stefan Struve uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Don Frye gets sloppy and Stefan Struve tries to take advantage...
Struve gets a good position on the ground. ..
The Predator holds Stefan Struve arms and counters his opponent punches.
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Stefan Struve is looking to pass Don Frye's guard...
Don Frye has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Struve's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Struve tries to cover his face,
Struve's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Stefan Struve is looking to pass Don Frye's guard...
Don Frye has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Stefan Struve a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The Predator uses his forearms to block the impact!
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Stefan Struve a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The Predator uses his forearms to block the impact!
Stefan Struve gets sloppy and Don Frye tries to take advantage...
The Predator attempts a triangle from bottom! Stefan Struve slips out. The Predator quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Stefan Struve slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Stefan Struve. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Stefan Struve circles around The Predator
The Predator follows Stefan Struve
only to get counter punched in a big way! The Predator needs to stop playing Stefan Struve's game or he'll get knocked out!
Struve leads with a punch
Don Frye avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Struve's Left eye is beginning to swell
Good front kick from The Predator!
Stefan Struve blocks
Don Frye gets sloppy and Stefan Struve tries to take advantage...
Incredible haymaker from Stefan Struve!
You can see Don Frye's head being snapped backwards!
The Predator steps backwards away from Stefan Struve. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Struve steps backwards away from Don Frye. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Predator looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Stefan Struve's punches
The Predator measures the resilience of Struve's chin with an uppercut while Struve lands some great crosses.
The Predator moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to Struve's thigh!
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Stefan Struve tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Stefan Struve who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Struve tries to take Don Frye down... The Predator stumbles backwards and Stefan Struve launches a few punches...
Don Frye dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Don Frye closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Don Frye tries to bring the fight to the ground
Struve goes down.
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
Don Frye tries to pass to half guard...
Stefan Struve can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Predator looks to work from half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
The Predator launches a barrage of elbows over Struve's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Struve doesn't fight back!
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
The Predator is taking this opportunity to rest.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Stefan Struve tries to close the guard.
Struve put Don Frye in closed guard.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
Don Frye is looking to pass Stefan Struve's guard...
Don Frye gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Don Frye tries to free his leg
Don Frye uses some of his skill by jumping out of Struve's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
The Predator positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Struve's being punished here!
John McCarthy is asking Struve to defend himself! John McCarthy jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Struve.
Struve's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Winner is Don Frye by TKO (Elbows) at 5:00 Round 2
Statistics: Stefan Struve
Punches 8/16 (50%)
Kicks 2/4 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/16 (12%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 296 s
Statistics: Don Frye
Punches 10/11 (91%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/5 (80%)
GnP strikes 9/12 (75%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 296 s
WOW, Struve DESPERATELY needs toughness. Probably our weakest HW right now. He still put up an okay fight, but I mean...Jeez.
Stefan Struve is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
Ferocious staredown by The Predator while John McCarthy recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
The fight gets underway.
Some nice shots from Don Frye
that stun Struve.
Struve has a small cut in his Nose
Don Frye leans forwards and tries to grapple with Struve
Struve wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Don Frye gets sloppy and Stefan Struve tries to take advantage...
Stefan Struve throws a looping left hand...
That lands on The Predator's chin! That stops The Predator in his tracks!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Don Frye closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Don Frye tries a hook to the body
and hits Struve ribs hard
The Predator launches a kick
but Stefan Struve avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Don Frye tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Struve is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
Struve tries to close his guard around The Predator
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
Stefan Struve launches a few punches to The Predator's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The Predator tries to cover his face,
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
The Predator is in closed guard... Struve tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Don Frye!
Stefan Struve is in full mount over Don Frye
Struve fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Don Frye's arm and tries an armbar!
The Predator hold his own hand and breaks Struve's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Stefan Struve.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Stefan Struve is cooling the fight on the ground
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Struve tries to show some ground skills
Stefan Struve put The Predator in half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Don Frye tries to pass Stefan Struve's guard...
Don Frye passes momentarily but Stefan Struve sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
The Predator is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Don Frye tries to pass to half guard...
Stefan Struve's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
Stefan Struve is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Stefan Struve launches a few punches to The Predator's cheek from the guard.
Don Frye uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Struve misses a step and Don Frye sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Predator tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Stefan Struve. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Honda Center (Anaheim, CA) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Stefan Struve just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The Predator quickly defends.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Here comes Stefan Struve with a vicious middle kick!
That lands hard on The Predator's ribs!
Struve tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Struve is clinching with The Predator.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Don Frye is on his back after that attempt
Struve tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Stefan Struve tries to show his boxing skills with a one-two combo
and those punches are landing on The Predator's face
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Don Frye moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Don Frye tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Stefan Struve jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Quick hook by Don Frye
Good shot! Struve has reasons to be worried.
There is a small laceration on Stefan Struve's Chin
Stefan Struve and The Predator engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Don Frye is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Incredible haymaker from Stefan Struve!
It misses by a mile.
Struve is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Stefan Struve tries a middle kick
Don Frye blocks and steps away.
Poorly executed technique. Don Frye looks to counter!
The Predator grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Don Frye
Crushing shot to Struve's body! He's holding his side
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
Not a desiderable position that Struve is in now. Don Frye is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Struve tries to move on the ground and shows Don Frye a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Struve's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
BJJ! That is what must be passing through The Predator's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Struve
Struve tries to close his guard around The Predator
He is not able to do it
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
The Predator moves on the ground
Don Frye moves to side mount
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Stefan Struve is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Stefan Struve launches a few punches to The Predator's cheek from the guard.
Don Frye uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Struve clumsily fails here and it's time for Don Frye to fight back!
Don Frye doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Stefan Struve. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Honda Center (Anaheim, CA) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Struve is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Stefan Struve tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Don Frye jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Struve launches a solid middle kick
that wrenches The Predator!
Hard blow to The Predator's mid-section, he seems hurt
Struve launches a solid middle kick
that whizzes past The Predator.
Poorly executed technique. Don Frye looks to counter!
The Predator is holding Stefan Struve's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Stefan Struve loses balance and goes to the ground.
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
Stefan Struve attempts to trap Don Frye in his guard.
Stefan Struve manages to switch to half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Don Frye pushes Struve's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Predator who is in full mount! Struve is in trouble now!
Don Frye is in full mount over Stefan Struve
The Predator suddenly holds Stefan Struve's arm and tries an armbar!
Struve can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Don Frye!
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Struve is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Stefan Struve uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Don Frye gets sloppy and Stefan Struve tries to take advantage...
Struve gets a good position on the ground. ..
The Predator holds Stefan Struve arms and counters his opponent punches.
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Stefan Struve is looking to pass Don Frye's guard...
Don Frye has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Struve's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Struve tries to cover his face,
Struve's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
Stefan Struve is looking to pass Don Frye's guard...
Don Frye has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Stefan Struve a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The Predator uses his forearms to block the impact!
Stefan Struve is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Stefan Struve a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The Predator uses his forearms to block the impact!
Stefan Struve gets sloppy and Don Frye tries to take advantage...
The Predator attempts a triangle from bottom! Stefan Struve slips out. The Predator quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Stefan Struve slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Stefan Struve. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Stefan Struve circles around The Predator
The Predator follows Stefan Struve
only to get counter punched in a big way! The Predator needs to stop playing Stefan Struve's game or he'll get knocked out!
Struve leads with a punch
Don Frye avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Struve's Left eye is beginning to swell
Good front kick from The Predator!
Stefan Struve blocks
Don Frye gets sloppy and Stefan Struve tries to take advantage...
Incredible haymaker from Stefan Struve!
You can see Don Frye's head being snapped backwards!
The Predator steps backwards away from Stefan Struve. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Struve steps backwards away from Don Frye. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Predator looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Stefan Struve's punches
The Predator measures the resilience of Struve's chin with an uppercut while Struve lands some great crosses.
The Predator moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to Struve's thigh!
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Stefan Struve tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Stefan Struve who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Struve tries to take Don Frye down... The Predator stumbles backwards and Stefan Struve launches a few punches...
Don Frye dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Don Frye closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Don Frye tries to bring the fight to the ground
Struve goes down.
Don Frye is in open guard over Struve
Don Frye tries to pass to half guard...
Stefan Struve can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Predator looks to work from half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
The Predator launches a barrage of elbows over Struve's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Struve doesn't fight back!
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
The Predator is taking this opportunity to rest.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Stefan Struve tries to close the guard.
Struve put Don Frye in closed guard.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Struve
Don Frye is looking to pass Stefan Struve's guard...
Don Frye gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Don Frye is in half guard over Struve
Don Frye tries to free his leg
Don Frye uses some of his skill by jumping out of Struve's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Don Frye is in side mount over Stefan Struve
The Predator positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Struve's being punished here!
John McCarthy is asking Struve to defend himself! John McCarthy jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Struve.
Struve's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Winner is Don Frye by TKO (Elbows) at 5:00 Round 2
Statistics: Stefan Struve
Punches 8/16 (50%)
Kicks 2/4 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/16 (12%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 296 s
Statistics: Don Frye
Punches 10/11 (91%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/5 (80%)
GnP strikes 9/12 (75%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 296 s
WOW, Struve DESPERATELY needs toughness. Probably our weakest HW right now. He still put up an okay fight, but I mean...Jeez.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!