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When O’Malley speaks of his grappling exploits, it’s matter of fact, like he was competing against just some guys. But he knew who he was up against in the trio of Gomi, Melendez and Lombard, and the respect is evident. It’s just that O’Malley gets some pretty tough looks in the gym on a daily basis, so he’s not exactly going to be intimidated by anyone.
“I know exactly who they are and how good they are, but I train with that high level of guys every day, so it wasn’t like I went in there and it was, ‘Holy cow.’ I train with Augusto Mendes, who just won the ADCC worlds at my weight, so I train with the best motherf**kers in grappling. So, it was like going in there and training with some more good guys. The whole Quintet thing was an awesome experience.”
And it reminded him of what awaits him this Saturday. “The Sugar Show” is back, and no one missed seeing Sean O’Malley in the Octagon more than Sean O’Malley, who has his plans all set for Mr. Quinonez.
“I feel like the guy is gonna stand across the cage from me and see a different kind of speed that he’s never experienced before, and it’s going to be eye opening for him,” he said. “I know he’s tough; I’m not gonna be able to hit him on the chin once and he’s gonna fall down. I’m gonna have to hit him on the chin a lot, and that’s what I’m gonna do.”
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