Overview

• Benoît Saint Denis defeated Kyle Prepolec via submission at UFC 315 in Montreal, ending his two-fight losing streak and reigniting his lightweight title aspirations.
• The victory followed months of physical and psychological preparation with new head coach Nicolas Ott and mental coach Maxime Petit, marking a turning point in his career trajectory.
• Saint Denis faced Prepolec as a last-minute replacement after Joel Álvarez withdrew due to a hand injury just one week before the fight.
• The French fighter's performance showcased his mental resilience and strategic improvements, addressing weaknesses exposed in his previous losses, including a brutal defeat to Renato Moicano in Paris last year.
• This win reestablishes Saint Denis as a contender in the UFC lightweight division, with his team emphasizing a structured and multidisciplinary approach to his training and mindset.