WEC 29: Condit vs. Larson
WEC 29: Condit vs. Larson

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WEC 29: Condit vs. Larson

2007
Movie
89 min
English

WEC 29: Condit vs. Larson was a mixed martial arts event held by World Extreme Cagefighting. The event took place on Sunday, August 5, 2007 at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event aired live on the Versus Network. The main event featured the WEC Welterweight title fight between champion, Carlos Condit, and challenger, Brock Larson. The show also featured the U.S. debut of PRIDE veteran Paulo Filho as he fought Joe Doerksen for the vacant WEC Middleweight title.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: N/A (Live Event)Genres: Sports, Mixed Martial Arts, Combat Sports

Plot Summary

WEC 29: Condit vs. Larson was a mixed martial arts event hosted by the World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) that took place on August 15, 2007, at the Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The main event featured a welterweight bout between Carlos Condit and John Larson. The card also included notable fighters like Urijah Faber defending his featherweight championship.

Critical Reception

As a WEC event, WEC 29 was generally well-received by hardcore MMA fans for its exciting fights and developing talent. The WEC promotion itself was gaining significant traction during this period, known for its faster-paced fights compared to larger organizations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Generally positive reviews from MMA enthusiasts for showcasing promising fighters.

  • Praised for delivering exciting matchups within the WEC's growing featherweight and welterweight divisions.

  • Considered a solid event in the WEC's history, contributing to its rise in popularity.

Google audience: Audience reception for specific WEC events like WEC 29 is not typically aggregated in a way that allows for a distinct summary of Google user reviews. However, the WEC promotion in general was popular among fight fans during this era.

Fun Fact

Carlos Condit's dominant first-round submission victory over John Larson in the main event at WEC 29 was a significant moment in Condit's career, highlighting his skills and setting him up for future success in the welterweight division.

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