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MMA Hype -26-
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1##TD2# Tant changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ax looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Tant working the head and body with strikes. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ax is trying to control Tant's posture but Tant avoids it. #SUB2# Tant is trying to get an arm triangle but Ax is defending well. Tant working away. Tant wants to control but Ax is keeping him busy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tant looks up at the clock and then as Ax takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Tant smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Tant tries to stand but Ax is controlling his head. Ax is trying to get back to his feet.#T1# Ax is trying to improve his position. Tant wants to stand but Ax has his arm trapped. Tant is looking to take a break and control but Ax is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Ax tries to buck Tant off but Tant is having none of it. Ax gets back to half guard.#SUB2# Tant is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ax sees it coming and defends easily.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Ax gets full guard. Ax looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tant is one step ahead there. Tant content to stall in guard here. Ax pulls Tant in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##TD# Ax looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Ax wants to pass the guard but Tant is keeping the position. Tant wants to sweep but no luck. Tant has his hands on Ax's head, controlling the position. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ax's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4# Tant is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Ax cracks Tant with a solid left hand. Tant is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SU# Ax stands up from guard. Let's bang! Tant is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Tant closes the distance and clinches up with Ax, looking for a takedown. Tant pushes Ax against the cage but Ax circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ax darts in looking for a takedown but Tant gets double underhooks and turns Ax into the cage. #TD2# Tant manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Ax looking to pass the guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Combat Tant will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Tant lands with a right hand. Ax misses with a leg kick. Tant shoots in and drives through. Ax sprawls well. Ax swinging wildly here.
Despite the aggression on Tant's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Ax fails with a takedown attempt. Ax defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tant. Ax is looking to counter the offense by Tant and move into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tant wants to clinch up but Ax keeps it at a distance. Tant fails to land the takedown. Asher Ax has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Combat Tant. Ax fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1# Ax doesn't manage to clinch there - Tant circles away.
Tant throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Jab, jab by Ax - just one landing. Tant shoots in for a takedown but Ax shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Tant is breathing heavily. No joy there for Ax, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tant follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Ax throws a right and a left that Tant avoids nicely. Ax scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Ax displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tant. #CL# Ax clinches with his opponent.
Tant is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ax to keep the fight standing.#T2# A battle for position here, against the cage. Ax is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Tant drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The referee calls for Ax to work.
#TD# Ax has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Tant uses from the top position. Tant prevents Ax from getting back to his feet. #T3# Tant trying to control the position from guard on top but Ax is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Tant forces his way into half guard. Ax is trying to stand back up but Tant is controlling him
Ax wants to get back to full guard. Ax is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tant can do to turn this around? Tant looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Ax is trying to control but can't.
#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Tant prevents Ax from improving his position.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Tant closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ax quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2# Tant is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ax doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tant. Ax keeping control of the position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Asher Ax dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Ax moves in looking to clinch but Tant pushes him off. Tant wants to counter the offense by Ax and move into the clinch position. Tant misses with a wild combination.
Tant swats away the attempt to clinch by Ax. Ax tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tant sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ax somewhat.#TD2# Tant drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ax is looking to get back to his feet here but Tant is keeping cool and he's managed to take Ax's back.#T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Ax showing good submission defense here.
Tant misses with a punch to the head. Ax can't escape the position.
Tant throwing wild punches that miss their target. Tant is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T2# Ax tries to roll but Tant sticks to his back.
Combat Tant has got the better of the ground game so far. Ax tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! Tant looking to control but Ax is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ax working to try and regain half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3# Ax is working hard here to advance position. Tant wants to control the pace but Ax is squirming around nicely. Ax is in a horrible position here. Tant smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Ax is looking to get to half guard. Ax trying desperately to get to his feet.
#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2# Tant with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Tant tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Ax is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Ax keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ax is squirming around, avoiding Tant's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight! Combat Tant comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Tant has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29 Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Combat Tant! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2024 |
#R1# Slimeyy tries to clinch up but Tant circles away and keeps his distance. Tant gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL# and Slimeyy counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Tant letting Slimeyy take a breather here.#BC2# Tant pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Slimeyy darts in and clinches Tant up against the cage.#BC# Slimeyy breaks the clinch.
Slimeyy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tant.#TD2# Tant throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Slimeyy tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tant is in Slimeyy's guard. Slimeyy pushes Tant off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2# Tant closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T1##SUB# Slimeyy looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Slimeyy is trying to get back to full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Slimeyy misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Tant perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Slimeyy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tant scores with a couple of nice shots. Tant tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Slimeyy. Slimeyy wants to control but Tant is keeping busy.
Slimeyy keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Tant prevents Slimeyy from standing back up.
Slimeyy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tant on the ground. Tant trying to pass the guard but Slimeyy defending well. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2# Tant fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Slimeyy, pushing him back against the cage.#BC# Slimeyy breaks the clinch.
#TD# Slimeyy shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tant is trying to defend but Slimeyy finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB# Slimeyy is looking for a kimura but Tant is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Slimeyy to get the leverage. Tant is staying active underneath Slimeyy, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Slimeyy is pressing down on Tant's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tant is holding on for now. Tant is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB# Slimeyy is working for a kimura but Tant is defending it quite comfortably.
Slimeyy is breathing heavily. Tant controlling the position for now.#SUB# Slimeyy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Tant wants to improve his position but Slimeyy is controlling well.
Tant regains full guard. Nicely done. Tant trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! Slimeyy wants to stand and escape but instead Tant has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB# Tant stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Slimeyy swivels though and keeps the full guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Slimeyy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tant passes into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Marcel Slimeyy will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Tant misses with a takedown attempt - Slimeyy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Slimeyy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Tant fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Tant is looking to clinch. #TD# Tant tries to sprawl but Slimeyy drives through with a takedown into half guard. Tant is trying to get back to full guard. Combat Tant has got the better of the ground game so far. Tant is not content to let Slimeyy control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Slimeyy is nestled in close to Tant, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Tant is trying to stand back up but Slimeyy is controlling him
#T1# Tant is looking for a sweep. Slimeyy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tant is trying to maintain the position but Slimeyy is very close to passing his half guard. Slimeyy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Slimeyy wants to get back to his feet.
#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Slimeyy prevents Tant from improving his position. Tant is trying to control but Slimeyy passes into side control!
Tant is looking to regain half guard here but Slimeyy keeps moving and retains side control. Tant is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Slimeyy off and has taken his back! Slimeyy wants to escape the position.
#T3# Tant not allowing Slimeyy to control his hands. Slimeyy prevents Tant from getting a body triangle. Slimeyy tries to break free.
Tant is looking to control Slimeyy but Slimeyy is wriggling around and keeping busy. Slimeyy tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Tant can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Slimeyy is looking to escape. Slimeyy wants to hold on but Tant pushes him away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Tant trying to control but Slimeyy is having none of it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Marcel Slimeyy will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD# Slimeyy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tant's guard. Tant keeping moving, preventing Slimeyy from controlling successfully. Tant is trying to keep Slimeyy in close.
Tant bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Slimeyy's guard. #REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES# Slimeyy manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#CL2# Tant closes the distance and clinches. Tant wants to break free but Slimeyy has control.
#T1# Slimeyy stops a takedown attempt from Tant.
Tant is looking to control Slimeyy's arms but Slimeyy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tant has his back to the cage. Slimeyy looking for a takedown. Tant stalling the fight.
#BC2# Tant manages to break the clinch.
#TD2# Tant closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Tant takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Tant tries to stand but Slimeyy is controlling his head. Slimeyy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tant wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2# The ground and pound from Tant seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Tant wants to control but Slimeyy is keeping him busy. You can see the frustration on Slimeyy's face as Tant controls the position. Slimeyy struggling a bit here. Slimeyy pushes Tant away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tant gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL# Slimeyy closes the distance and pushes Tant back into the cage.#T3# Slimeyy has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tant after a bit of a struggle. Slimeyy leaning against his opponent.
#BC2# Tant breaks from the clinch.
#TD2# Tant shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Tant keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Ground and pound from Tant. Tant throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Tant performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4# Tant tries to pass to full mount but Slimeyy defends it. Slimeyy pushes Tant off looking to stand but Tant dives back in and keeps control.
Still in half guard, Tant seems content to control.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Slimeyy throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2# and Tant counters with a takedown into side control. Slimeyy bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet! The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2# Tant darts in and clinches Slimeyy up against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Combat Tant. I think Slimeyy has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:30 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Combat Tant! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 09, 2024 |
#R1# Zapata has his takedown stuffed#TD# and Tant counters with a takedown into side control. Tant in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. Tant controlling the position. Zapata wants to control but Tant postures up.#SU# Tant stands up. Zapata tries to clinch up#TD# and Tant counters with a shoot takedown. Zapata fights it but they end up in guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zapata wants to stand up but Tant is controlling him. Tant working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zapata's head. Tant slips nicely into half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Tant is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Zapata! #T1# The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Tant cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#SUB# Tant is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Tant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Combat Tant! Clark Zapata was interviewed post fight and said 'I will learn from this.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 31, 2024 |
#R1# Islam tries for a takedown but Tant sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Islam tries to clinch up. As Islam tries to get set, Tant tries to push him back and clinch up but Islam manages to avoid the attempt. Islam pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tant is out of range and Islam settles back down. #TD# Tant closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Islam quickly recovers to half guard. Tant passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Islam! Islam swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. Tant looking to finish Islam with some ground and pound. This is bad for Islam! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. BOOM! Tant connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Islam is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB# Tant is working for a guillotine from mount but Islam frees his head quite easily.
Tant will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1# Islam is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Tant is landing with some decent strikes but Islam is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Islam wants to hold on but Tant pushes him away. Tant with a couple of short strikes. Tant tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Islam looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! I would not like to be Islam right now.
#T2##SUB# Tant is looking for the choke from the back position but Islam is controlling his hands well. Islam rolls, trying to escape but Tant keeps control of the position.
Islam just trying to survive but Tant is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. Tant keeps control of the position easily here as Islam tries to buck him off.
#SUB# Islam fending off the submission attempt from Tant. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB# Islam defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T3# I really don't envy Islam right now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. A lull in the action here.
Tant has the hooks in. Islam is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Tant lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. Tant has good solid back control here. Tant lands punches and elbows. A bit of a pause in the action here. Tant controlling the positon.#SUB# Tant working for the choke. Islam is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Combat Tant dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# Tant shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Islam defends it nicely. Islam shoots for a double leg takedown but Tant sprawls well. He's pushed Islam's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Tant wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Tant moves out of range as Islam throws a body kick.
#TD# Tant decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Islam makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! Islam shoots in and drives through. Tant sprawls well.#TD# Tant looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tant tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Islam. Tant controlling the pace. #T1##SUB# Tant is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Islam is looking to improve his position.
Tant is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Tant tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Islam. Tant keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Islam is trying to control but can't.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Islam tries to clinch but Tant is having none of it. Tant changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Tant closes the distance and clinches up with Islam, looking for a takedown. Tant pushes Islam against the cage but Islam circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Islam tries to counter with a clinch but Tant shakes him off and moves away. Tant lands a nice shot to the body.
#T3# Islam wants to clinch up but Tant keeps it at a distance. Tant stuffs the takedown attempt from Islam. Islam gets slowly back to his feet. Combat Tant has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Habib Islam. Islam is breathing heavily. Tant pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Islam shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tant as he avoids it easily. #TD# Islam gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tant to score an easy takedown into full guard. Tant connects with a couple of short punches. Tant pushing down on Islam's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Combat Tant overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Islam wants to get back to his feet.#T4# Tant uses his free foot to push down on Islam's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Islam. Islam keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tant controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB# Tant working for a submission but Islam is keeping him at bay. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Tant dominating with strikes here. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Combat Tant dominated that second round. That's time! Tant's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Tant shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Islam sprawls well. Islam wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tant gets slowly back to his feet.#TD# Islam gets caught flat footed, as Tant shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Tant slips nicely into half guard. Tant is looking to advance position but Islam won't allow it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Islam is looking to control Tant's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Islam avoid being mounted?#T1# Tant looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Islam with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Tant performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Islam wants to control the action here but instead Tant manages to pass to full mount! Tant trying to control but he's not successful this time. Tant raining down shots from the mount! Tant prevents Islam from getting the reversal.#T2# Tant working the ground and pound effectively.
Tant controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB# Tant is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Islam is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Combat Tant! |
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