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Ben Saunders Discusses Fighting Peter Sobotta in Sweden for UFC Fight Night 109

May 27, 2017 | Posted by Jeffrey Harris

MMAjunkie recently spoke to UFC welterweight fighter Ben Saunders ahead of his fight with Peter Sobotta before they fight at UFC Fight Night 109 this weekend in Stockholm, Sweden. The fight card airs tomorrow on FS1. Below are some highlights.

Ben Saunders on fighting in Sweden: “(Sweden is) absolutely beautiful. Beautiful country, buildings are very nice. It’s definitely a mix-up from the United States. It’s an interesting way to travel and see the world as opposed to trying to do it for vacation. It’s something I’m enjoying so far, and I guess we’ll see how the fight goes. So far my experience has been great. I’m looking to have a real good time afterwards.”

His thoughts on fighting Peter Sobotta: “This is his second stint in the UFC. He’s definitely evolved; he’s definitely a veteran at this point. I definitely see the improvements in his game, and he’s well rounded. So as long as I’m on point with my game, and I’m sharp, I think I have the ability to beat him and win the fight, no matter what range the fight takes place. But it’s an absolute honor to fight someone of his caliber out here (and) test my skills against him.”

On how the fight could go standing up: “Every fight starts standing, so I definitely see a potential knockout being in my future with him,” Saunders said. “If it does go to the ground, then we’ll get to see two phenomenal black belts go at it, and I’m sure the fans are gonna really enjoy that aspect if it goes there. I would love to be considered one of the top fighters in the world. But above all I just want to see what I have to prove to myself. I’m not just a fighter. I truly believe in being a martial artist, and I do think I’m one of the most artistic talents to come out here. I’m definitely a strange person to prepare for, so I think I’m dangerous in many aspects, and I look forward to trying to showcase what I’m capable of.”