Alexander Emelianenko: I don’t want to co-operate with an organization that uses illegal methods of self-promotion

Russian MMA fighter Alexander Emelianenko, who refused to participate in the tournament organized by Strefa Walk (on October 28 in Warsaw), commented on his decision to Sports.ru.

«I don’t see how I could work with an organization that does not fulfill its obligations and uses illegal methods of promoting its event. Unfortunately, I have repeatedly met them half way, attended all of the events they needed to organize the tournament. By taking part, I wanted to help a young organization draw attention to the event, to the development of the sport. But the misconduct on the part of the organizers makes me refuse the participation in this event.

«I would like to apologize to the fans and promise I will soon fight in other tournaments, «- said Aleksander Emelianenko.