Video: Watch Russian President, Vladimir Putin, pin UFC champion Petr Yan

Russian champion honored. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Bantamweight champion Petr Yan received one of his country’s highest state decorations earlier today (Wed., April 22, 2026), as Russian president Vladimir Putin awarded him the “For Merit to the Fatherland” medal during a ceremony inside the Kremlin. The honor is given to Russian citizens who have made […]