Brandon Royval

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/brandon-royval

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1. When was Brandon Royval born?August 16, 1992
2. Where was Brandon Royval born?Denver, Colorado, USA
3. What was Brandon Royval's job?2012
4. Who is Brandon Royval?Brandon Royval is a fast and talented fighter in the UFC Flyweight division. He was born on August 16, 1992, and started his professional MMA career in 2012.
5. How did Brandon become a champion?He won the Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) Flyweight Championship, which showed he was ready for the biggest stages in mixed‑martial arts.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A full-contact combat sport that allows a wide array of fighting techniques, including striking and grappling.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC): The premier mixed martial arts promotion organization globally, hosting high-profile professional fights.
Flyweight Division: A weight class in combat sports, typically for athletes weighing between 125 and 135 pounds, emphasizing speed and agility.