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Just days after confirming their relationship, UFC stars Alex Pereira and Tracy Cortez have decided to go their separate ways, bringing an abrupt end to a romance that had quickly captured attention across the MMA community.
The pair sparked widespread buzz when they spent New Year's Eve together, welcoming 2026 side by side.
Cortez marked the occasion by posting a photo of the couple sharing a kiss, a moment that instantly fueled speculation and excitement among fans.
The images suggested a promising start, especially given both fighters' popularity within the UFC.
However, the excitement was short lived. On Thursday, Pereira addressed the situation directly, announcing that the relationship had come to an end. In a message shared with his followers on Instagram, he emphasized that the split was mutual and respectful.
"Thank you my fans for all the love," Pereira said. "I would like to communicate with you guys that even though me and Tracy shared great moments together, we decided it would be better for the both of us to go our separate ways."
He went on to express goodwill toward Cortez, adding that he wishes her "nothing but the best" moving forward, making it clear there is no animosity between them.
A whirlwind connection that quickly faded
The breakup comes just days after Cortez shared a lighthearted video from a flight, showing her waking a drowsy Pereira and asking if the two were going to get married.
His playful response, "Chama," a popular Portuguese slang term and his trademark phrase, only added to the perception that their relationship was moving fast.
Given the speed of both the romance and the split, some fans have questioned whether the relationship was ever meant to last. Others have speculated about publicity, though neither fighter lacks visibility or fan support within Dana White's promotion.
While neither Pereira nor Cortez has offered further details, the situation appears to have ended on amicable terms.
Both remain focused on their respective careers, and given their standing in the sport, many believe they will have little trouble moving forward both personally and professionally.
For now, what briefly seemed like a high profile UFC romance has quietly come to a close.