Dricus recently clinched the title from Sean Strickland, making history as the first South African UFC champion with an impressive record of 9 knockouts and 10 submissions.
Du Plessis’s journey to greatness began with a standout victory at the 2012 W.A.K.O Youth World Kickboxing Championship, maintaining an undefeated record of 33-0, including an extraordinary 30 knockouts. Successive triumphs led to EFC titles in 2016 and 2017, and he further asserted his dominance by claiming the Welterweight Championship in KSW in 2018.
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Currently holding the number 1 world ranking in the UFC with an 8-fight win streak, Du Plessis has swiftly ascended the ranks since his debut in 2020. As a ‘Friend of the Brand’, you might wonder what vehicle Dricus gets to drive.
Initial guesses with the brawler behind the wheel of a special edition Mercedes-Benz X-Class or G63 AMG would be wrong. Instead, as of October last year, Dricus found himself in the latest all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQE 43 AMG.
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Mercedes-Benz SA explains that contrary to the brute expectation of an MMA fighter, the choice reflects a blend of power and sustainability that aligns with Du Plessis’s personality and calm demeanour. Short on power the EQE 43 AMG is not since it boasts 350 kW and 858 N.m, accelerating from 0-100 km in a mere 4.2 seconds, echoing Du Plessis’s impactful performance in the ring.
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Mercedes-Benz SA continues the ‘Friends of the Brand’ tradition with Du Plessis, celebrating his historic UFC victory. The EQE 43 AMG, chosen for its performance and sustainability, serves as a fitting companion for Du Plessis’s automotive journey.
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