Álvaro Colmenero

Álvaro Colmenero (born in Madrid, 1992) is a prominent Spanish journalist and MMA expert. He is considered a leading journalistic voice in Spain for mixed martial arts, particularly the UFC. He is newsworthy due to his insights on the future of MMA in Spain and the career trajectory of Ilia Topuria, a Spanish-Georgian UFC champion. Colmenero recently stated that the UFC is likely to hold an event in Spain next year, although not at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium. He has been instrumental in popularizing MMA in Spain, witnessing and reporting on the rise of fighters like Topuria. His opinions and analysis are highly regarded within the Spanish MMA community, making him a significant figure in the sport's growth and media coverage in the country.