Javier Mendez reflects on Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's legacy in heartfelt tribute: "The best coach I ever met"

Javier Mendez reflects on Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's legacy in heartfelt tribute: "The best coach I ever met"

Javier Mendez recently paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov with an Instagram post.

‘The Best Coach I Ever Met’: Emotional Reflection On Abdulmanap’s Impact On Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Rise

Iconic MMA coach Javier Mendez recently reflected on the legacy of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov and the impact he had on his son’s mixed martial arts career. Throughout his run as one of Russia’s most accomplished combat sports coaches, Abdulmanap trained an incredible 18 world champions, including his son Khabib Nurmagomedov who went on to become one of the most dominant and respected fighters in MMA history. The Eagle’ captured the UFC lightweight …

Rest in Peace, Abdulmanap: Khabib and Makhachev’s Unstoppable Legacy Fueled by ‘Father’s Plan’ and Legendary Coaching - The Viral Pink

In the world of mixed martial arts (MMA), few figures have left as lasting an impact as Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Known as the mastermind behind Khabib Nurmagomedov’s meteoric rise, Abdulmanap’s legacy stretches far beyond his son’s undefeated career. His influence extends to the fighters of Dagestan, many of whom have gone on to dominate in global MMA promotions like the UFC, Bellator, and PFL. Four years after Abdulmanap’s passing due to COVID-…