Ben Coate

ONE Championship contributing writer Ben Coate
Ben Coate is a Lead Writer for ONE Championship. From wrestling in his early years to Muay Thai, MMA, and now a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Ben has been involved in martial arts for practically his entire life. That passion for combat sports led him to cover fights full-time with a special focus on the grappling arts. Currently living in Kansas City, United States, Ben enjoys teaching BJJ, reading anything he can get his hands on, and spending time with his wife and young son.

Articles by: Ben Coate

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Knockout Machine: How Russian MMA Phenom Abdulla Dayakaev Earned His ONE Championship Contract

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News Apr 16

‘I Just Want To Beat The Best’ – Isi Fitikefu Plans To Make Statement Against Former World Champion Zebaztian Kadestam

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News Apr 16

‘He’s Still There For Me’ – How Muay Thai Star Sean Climaco Is Dealing With The Difficult Loss Of His Father

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News Apr 15

‘Grateful To Have Another Opportunity’ – Tye Ruotolo Details Long Recovery, Lessons Learned From Serious Knee Injury

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News Apr 15

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5 Weapons That Have Made Kongthoranee A Top-Ranked Flyweight Muay Thai Contender

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Everything You Need To Know About New ONE Submission Grappling Superstar Giancarlo Bodoni

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