An unnamed bidder just paid a staggering sum for the chance to spend time with two of Brazil’s biggest UFC stars.
According to a recent report by MMA Fighting, the bidder purchased exclusive fan experiences with Alex Pereira and Charles Oliveira for R$310,000 ($60,500) at the annual Instituto Projeto Neymar auction in São Paulo on Monday night. The package also included a pair of boxing gloves autographed by heavyweight legends Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield.
The Oliveira experience will give the winning bidder the chance to spend a full day at the former UFC champion’s home in Guarujá. The package includes lunch and a training session with Oliveira, offering a rare opportunity to spend time with one of Brazil’s most accomplished MMA fighters.
“Poatan” will offer a similar experience in the United States, though his package includes an unusual extra. The former two-division UFC champion will take the winning bidder out for a day that includes shooting a bow and arrow with him.
The auction is organized by Brazilian soccer superstar Neymar Jr., with proceeds supporting the Instituto Projeto Neymar. The organization provides assistance to around 3,000 children and teenagers from Praia Grande.
The institute did not reveal its total fundraising figure from this year’s auction. Last year’s event raised approximately $5.1 million, with Oliveira also among the experiences available to bidders.
Neither Oliveira nor Pereira currently has a UFC fight booked. “Do Bronx” most recently defeated Max Holloway to claim the BMF title at UFC 326, while Pereira suffered a setback in his attempt to capture a third UFC championship when he lost an interim heavyweight title fight against Ciryl Gane at UFC White House in June.
