Ronda Rousey

Ronda Rousey is an American former professional mixed martial artist, judoka, and actress. She was born on February 1, 1987, in Riverside, California, United States. Rousey is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of women's mixed martial arts (MMA) and played a crucial role in popularizing the sport.

Rousey began her athletic career as a judoka and represented the United States in the 2004 Olympics, winning a bronze medal in the women's 70 kg category. She continued to excel in judo, becoming a World Judo Champion in 2007 and earning multiple medals in international competitions.

In 2010, Ronda Rousey transitioned to MMA and quickly made a name for herself. She became the first female fighter to sign with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and won the inaugural UFC Women's Bantamweight Championship in 2012. Rousey's fighting style was characterized by her exceptional grappling skills, particularly her signature armbar submission technique.

Rousey's dominance in the UFC earned her widespread acclaim, and she became one of the most recognizable figures in combat sports. She defended her title successfully multiple times before suffering her first loss to Holly Holm in 2015. Rousey later had a brief return to the UFC but retired from professional MMA in 2016.

Following her MMA career, Ronda Rousey transitioned to professional wrestling and joined WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment). She became a key figure in the WWE women's division and won the Raw Women's Championship. Rousey has also pursued acting and appeared in films such as "The Expendables 3" and "Furious 7."

Rousey's impact on women's combat sports and her achievements as an athlete have been significant, inspiring a new generation of female fighters. Her skill, charisma, and trailblazing contributions have made her one of the most influential figures in both MMA and women's sports overall.