UFC Heavyweight Reveals Lifelong Battle With Bronchial Asthma After Recent Victory

UFC heavyweight contender Alexander Volkov scored an impressive unanimous decision victory over Rizvan Kuniev at UFC 333, which put him at the doorstep of a potential title shot. However, the Russian had to put in more than just hard work to reach the position he’s currently in. Volkov has been battling a lifelong case of bronchial asthma that still affects his training. During a recent interview with Vadim Tikhomirov posted by Red Corner MMA on X , Volkov detailed his ordeal with the debilitating disease, which dates back to his childhood. “I had Bronchial Asthma. I still have it now.