10 Questions With Danillo Villefort (by Darrick Patrick)
Danillo "Indio" Villefort is a professional mixed martial artist who has competed in organizations such as the International Fight League, World Fighting Championships, Pacific X-treme Combat, Harmful Intent Promotions, Minotauro Fights, Absolute Fighting Championships, Jungle Fight, Gold Fighters Championship, and Conquista Fight. At the time of this interview, his next scheduled match is against Mike Campbell at WEC 38: Varner vs. Cerrone on January 25th, 2009.
Darrick: What was the road that led you to professional mixed martial arts competition?
Danillo: I started training Judo while I was very young and eventually picked up Jiu-Jitsu, which naturally transitioned me into the sport of MMA.
Darrick: In your experience so far, what brings you the most fulfillment out of martial arts?
Danillo: I feel fulfilled every time I win a fight. Fighting is my job and when I win it means I'm doing my job well. Nothing is more satisfying than being good at what you do for a living.
Darrick: Your next scheduled fight is against Mike Campbell on January 25th. What are your thoughts about this upcoming match?
Danillo: He is a tough guy from a good camp, it should definitely be an entertaining match. I am more than ready for this fight!
Darrick: Who are a few of the people in the sport that you highly respect?
Danillo: Minotauro, Jorge Santiago, and my dad - Master Indio. They have always represented Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu well and they are very good men outside of the ring. That is why I admire them.
Darrick: Do you have any words of advice for other individuals looking to compete in MMA?
Danillo: Follow your dreams and don't ever give up.
Darrick: Who is someone that greatly influenced you while growing up?
Danillo: My father, Master Indio. He taught me everything I know.
Darrick: Outside of mixed martial arts, what are your other interests?
Danillo: I like to hang out with my brothers, teach my students, and just enjoy the American lifestyle.
Darrick: If you were stranded in the middle of a jungle with only three items, what would they be?
Danillo: A knife, a bow and arrow, and salt. I don't eat anything that's unsalted!
Darrick: What is your oldest memory?
Danillo: My oldest memory is getting run over by a car when I was three years old in Brazil.
Darrick: Tell us something about you that most people don't know.
Danillo: I hate when I see people without shoes and sandals on outside of the mat. It drives me crazy!
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