GSP09 - Islam Makhachev: The Dominant Mentality of a UFC Double Champ! ... And His Love For Padel

UFC double champion Islam Makhachev joins the GameSetPadel Team for a rare conversation beyond the Octagon. Islam opens up about how discipline, faith and a strong mentality have shaped his journey to the top of the UFC. He shares how he stays focused under pressure, the routines and sacrifices required to remain at the highest level, and the relentless drive to be the best built on his belief that success comes from working harder than everyone else. Away from fighting, we explore Islam’s genuine passion for padel: how he discovered the sport, what he enjoys most about playing, the competitive mindset he brings onto the court and his plans to open the first padel club in Dagestan - Pound 4 Padel! This episode offers a fascinating look at the person behind the champion, from his values, preparation and constant pursuit of improvement to the rapidly growing love for padel that has become a regular part of his life outside the Octagon. One of the world’s greatest fighters. A championship mentality built on discipline and faith. A relentless desire to outwork the competition. And a passion for padel that continues to grow. Whether you play padel or not, this episode is for you. It was a genuine pleasure having Islam on the podcast, and we thank him for joining us and openly sharing his thoughts, experiences and insights.