Fatherhood pushes Brandon Vera to be his best

New father gains new perspective with son's birth
Aug 7, 2020
PHOTO: Instagram/brandonthetruthvera

THERE'S really no feeling quite like being a father.

Reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon Vera can now relate to that statement.

The 42-year-old welcomed his first child Atreyu Timothy last July and the brand-new father said that the presence of his son has given him another reason to strive for greatness.

"I can’t describe how Atreyu was born just like I can’t describe what it’s like to win in the ONE circle. It’s two peas in the same pod, no words would ever do that justice," he said.

"There was one moment when Atreyu first came out, I was in such joy that I threw my arms up in the air and looked straight up at the ceiling and started crying and smiling, thinking, ‘Wow, this is what everyone talks about.'"

Fatherhood has done nothing but great things for Vera, who last fought in October 2019, saying that his new role has given him a boost like no other.

"It is easier to wake up. I can agree with this statement. I feel more motivated. I get tired less. I don’t know how and why, but that happened," he said.

And it only pushes Vera harder as he now juggles being a father while also training for whenever his next title defense comes.

"Everybody keeps saying priorities change, but I'm not of that same mindset," said the Fil-Am fighter.

"Family has always been number one for me. I have been waiting for a long time to change diapers, feed the baby, and train with my child in the gym. All plans are still the same. We’re the world champ, we act accordingly and we keep our title until we decide it is time for the next step."

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    More than anything, Vera's biggest desire now is to not just be a good father to Atreyu and a good husband to his wife Jessica, but also an inspiration to his growing family.

    "Honestly, I realize I’m a father every day I open my eyes and see him," he said. "Being a father is not only a very important path in life, it’s also a very serious one for me where my teachings and actions will and can help mold Atreyu into a person to help this world."

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