Canadian · Saint-Isidore, Quebec · Born 19 May 1981Canada's greatest MMA fighter — two-weight world champion who never lost a championship defence.
Georges St-Pierre was born in Saint-Isidore, Quebec in 1981. He won the UFC welterweight championship twice — first in 2006, lost it to Matt Serra in 2007, then won it back in 2008 and made nine consecutive defences. He retired in 2013 and returned in 2017 to defeat Michael Bisping for the middleweight title — becoming the fourth simultaneous two-weight champion in UFC history. He retired 26-2. His combination of wrestling, karate striking and jiu-jitsu was technically the most complete of his era. He appeared in Captain America: The Winter Soldier. He is Canada's greatest combat sports athlete.
Holding the record for most UFC welterweight title defenses with nine consecutive successful defenses from 2008 to 2013.
He never lost a single title defence across his entire UFC championship reign.
Did You Know?How They Played
St-Pierre was renowned for his exceptionally well-rounded game, combining elite wrestling, precise striking, and superior conditioning. He excelled at implementing strategic game plans, often neutralizing opponents' strengths while exploiting their weaknesses through superior positioning and control. His signature techniques included powerful takedowns, ground-and-pound, and a devastating superman punch.
Lasting Impact
St-Pierre elevated MMA's mainstream acceptance and professionalism, becoming one of the sport's first true crossover stars while maintaining an exemplary reputation inside and outside the octagon. His scientific approach to training and fighting influenced a generation of fighters to adopt more comprehensive, analytical preparation methods.
Career Honours
- UFC Welterweight Champion 2x
- UFC Middleweight Champion
Canadian Athletes