Quotes from Fedor Emelianenko

I've always fought as a heavyweight, and I didn't see any reason to fight at a lighter weight.

I try and make it possible for beginners to start training MMA and not be scared of it as a sport. I try to actually give them the skill set that is necessary - to feel comfortable, maybe not on a big level. And not just Russia, but worldwide.

I always remember that I am a representative of my country, and I always think about the culture I'm bringing to people.

I try to perform honestly during the fight, and I always remember that I'm a representative of Russia. I try not to bring any aggression. Just honesty.

In my opinion, faith helps in many contexts.

Actually, when I fought in PRIDE, we had the best fighters in the world. Back then, the UFC had a very serious and big crisis; they were going through some tough times trying to get top fighters. All the best fighters were in PRIDE.

I've never considered myself as a legend - just a simple man with heart.

When I was competing, I would run daily 20 kilometers, and in addition to that, I'd put in many hours of fighting and sparring. That's why I was always able to keep the speed in the ring. I would train so hard that sometimes it was not only hard to stand up, but it would also be hard to lay down.

A true athlete is someone who doesn't just stop training when they stop competing. It's a way of life, and they keep in shape just to keep up that standard.

Training for a fight is never easy, regardless of the opponent.

UFC is a moneymaking machine. The most important thing for this organization is a brand and its marketing. They have a couple of good fighters, and there are also some very good champions, but they are trying to keep everyone at the same level. The most important thing for them is the promotion, not the fighters.

I have fought all over the world, and I am excited to be in 'EA Sports MMA' because this game is going to show the global appeal of mixed martial arts.

The UFC didn't want me to fight there so what could I do? We were unable to make a deal. They offered unacceptable conditions.

In terms of Rogers, I can't comment on how other fighters in the UFC would fare with Brett Rogers because that's just speculation.

Most importantly, you have to stay true to yourself as well as those fans who made you who you are as an athlete.

As far as the UFC, if they offer us a fair deal, then we would be open to fighting in the UFC.

If Dana White can offer a contract that's not one-sided, and it's not cumbersome to the point where we look at it and realize that we can't fight for him, then we'll fight in the UFC.

I have no special strategy. I can just wait to see what my opponent offers.

People are making judgements about Russian people based on me. This is why I never allow myself any aggression towards my opponent.

I am the face and ambassador of sambo. The organization I'm working is trying really hard to make sambo a sport on the Olympian level.

Dan Henderson has been a fighter for a long time, and he's been a champion in many different organizations.

It is God who gives us the opportunity to win and to get victories.

I'm very grateful to God for what he gives me. Victories, remarkable victories, but you have to go through the defeats. That is why I praise God for everything.

With my victory, I must always remember that I glorify God.