Sun Mar 09 01:40:00 UTC 2025: **UFC Veteran Alex Morono to Receive Clean Athlete Award at UFC 313**

LAS VEGAS, NV – Alex Morono will celebrate a significant career milestone this Saturday at UFC 313. The Houston native, who faces Carlos Leal at the T-Mobile Arena, will receive a Drug-Free Sport jacket for achieving 50 clean anti-doping tests. This accomplishment, representing nearly a decade of competition in the UFC, is a source of immense pride for the 34-year-old welterweight.

“I’ve been looking forward to that jacket for some time,” Morono said, “It’s a symbol of being tenured in the UFC for so long.” He acknowledges the difficulty of not only entering but maintaining a successful career in the UFC’s highly competitive welterweight division. With almost 10 years and over 20 fights under his belt, Morono reflects on his career’s ups and downs, emphasizing the importance of learning from losses and moving forward.

Beyond his personal achievements, Morono is also a dedicated coach, mentoring a new generation of fighters at Gracie Barra The Woodlands. He takes pride in guiding these younger athletes, hoping to help them build even more successful careers than his own. “It’s not just about doing well for myself — it’s about learning the business from the inside so I can guide these youngsters,” he stated.

While proud of his longevity and coaching success, Morono remains focused on his upcoming fight against Leal. He sees the matchup as a fun, challenging fight, highlighting Leal’s experience and kickboxing background. Morono plans to utilize his own experience and skills to secure a victory and continue his journey in the UFC. The fight is set for Saturday, March 8th, at UFC 313.

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