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TUF 34 winner Tina Black hopes for top-ranked opponent in debut: ‘I want to make history in the UFC’

Following her victory in the 34th season of The Ultimate Fighter, Valesca Machado, known as Tina Black, is eager to secure a spot on a UFC card before the end of 2026. After defeating Natalia Alves, Delphine Benouaich, and Melissa Amaya to claim the tournament trophy, the 30-year-old Brazilian remains injury-free and is actively seeking a matchup against a top-15 or top-10 opponent to begin her official tenure in the promotion.

Although she remains focused on her own path, she recently assisted Aieza Bertolso in Las Vegas, who successfully earned a UFC contract during the same period. While she acknowledges several friends and training partners currently competing in the strawweight division, she is prepared to face anyone necessary to climb the rankings and eventually challenge for the title.

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