Dana White: BJ Penn should have been one of the best ‘to ever live’

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It’s hard to say whether BJ Penn was a greater victim of public perception, his own ambition, or as is often said motivation. The five-time UFC title contender, and two-time champion was hardly short on accolades, but his dogged pursuit of goals outside the lightweight division left him with a career dotted by losses. It also left him with a lot of stories about work ethic and how he didn’t necessarily have a ton of it.

He was an elite talent from 2001 to 2011, a strong and notable decade long career for any MMA athlete. However, in the minds of many fans, and in an interview from Dana White with TMZ, he’s still the first name that comes to mind …

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