Joaquin Buckley

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1. When was Joaquin Buckley born?April 27, 1994
2. Where was Joaquin Buckley born?United States
3. What was Joaquin Buckley's job?2014
4. How heavy is Joaquin Buckley?#7
5. What is Joaquin Buckley known for?Winner of the 2020 Knockout of the Year for his spinning kick
6. How did Joaquin Buckley become famous?He became famous after a fight on October 10, 2020, when he landed a spinning hook kick that knocked out his opponent and went viral.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A full-contact combat sport that allows a wide range of striking and grappling techniques, both standing and on the ground.
UFC: The Ultimate Fighting Championship, the premier organization for professional mixed martial arts globally, known for its high-level competition.
Welterweight Division: A weight class in combat sports, typically for athletes weighing between 155 and 170 pounds (70.3 to 77.1 kg), known for its depth of talent.
Proprioception: The body's ability to sense its position, movement, and actions in space without relying on sight.