Ilia Topuria, recent UFC featherweight champion, is the sensation of the moment both inside and outside the sports field. Spain, his country of residence, has witnessed the euphoria aroused by this athlete, who is already thinking about defending his title at the Santiago Bernabéu in the near future.
Topuria has wasted no time and has visited several emblematic places, including Madrid, where, as a fervent Real Madrid fan, he will have the honor of taking the kick-off of the match between Real Madrid and Sevilla. He has also expressed his enthusiasm for meeting Florentino Pérez, president of the Madrid club.
Topuria’s agenda in Madrid has included a special stop at El Babero, a well-known market cuisine restaurant owned by María Ángeles Pérez, affectionately known as Cuchy, and daughter of the white president.
This restaurant, located on Calle PuigCerdá, in the heart of the Salamanca district, stands out for its culinary offer that invites diners to indulge in the pleasure of a good meal, as it promotes on its website.
El Babero’s menu stands out for its diversity, offering everything from preserves at affordable prices to meat dishes and options for lovers of the Spanish tortilla, with varieties ranging from the classic to a luxurious version with truffle. In addition, the restaurant offers starters such as gazpacho, salmorejo and a wide variety of salads, which guarantee the satisfaction of all palates.
Topuria’s visit to the establishment, accompanied by the artist Omar Montes – one of her great friends – has not gone unnoticed, being duly documented on the restaurant’s social networks. In the photo you can see Cuchy posing with the UFC champion and Montes.
After his victory against Volkanovski, Topuria is not satisfied and has already set his next goal: facing McGregor at the new Santiago Bernabéu. This challenge presents an interesting future for both the fighter and Real Madrid, which could host the UFC for the first time in Spain.
At the moment, it is only known that the MMA company chaired by Dana White will come to Spain. It is confirmed by Topuria himself. It is not known if McGregor will accept or if the Bernabéu will finally be the scene of the fight. What is certain is that the Hispanic-Georgian is doing everything possible to make this happen.
