Days passed, and Team Whittier zeroed in on Felipe's training camp.
Every session was more intense than the last, with all eyes focused on the upcoming match against Brian.
The strategy, as Whittier laid it out, was straightforward, keep the fight standing as much as possible.
Felipe's striking was sharp, and that would be his best weapon.
But Whittier wasn't naive. He knew Brian's wrestling could be a serious problem if the fight went to the ground.
That's where Felipe's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu came into play.
If Brian managed to drag the fight down, Felipe needed to be ready to outmaneuver him with technique, rather than brute force.
The key would be to stay calm, control the positions, and find openings to either escape or lock in a submission.
Whittier stood with his arms crossed, watching Felipe work through drills. "Stay light on your feet, keep those hands up."
