Bellator MMA announced on Wednesday the signing of highly sought after wrestling prospect Tyrell Fortune to an exclusive, multi-fight contract. The 25-year-old’s focus is currently set on the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, which he will attempt to qualify for during Olympic Trials next April. Regardless of whether or not he makes the team, Fortune hopes to have his first heavyweight mixed martial arts contest in early 2016. “Wrestling in the Olympics and representing The United States of America has always been a dream of mine,” Fortune said
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Bellator MMA Signs Wrestling Standout Tyrell Fortune to Multi-fight Deal – MMA Weekly