Amorim refuses to speak English in bizarre exchange with journalist

Anderson Silva's coach refuses to speak English in bizarre exchange with reporter

During the UFC 237 press conference on Thursday, Anderson Silva's coach, Luiz Carlos Dorea, refused to speak English in a bizarre exchange with a reporter. When asked a question in English, Dorea responded in Portuguese, saying that he did not understand English. The reporter then asked Dorea if he could speak Spanish, and Dorea again responded in Portuguese, saying that he did not speak Spanish either. The reporter then asked Dorea if he could speak any other languages, and Dorea again responded in Portuguese, saying that he only spoke Portuguese.

Dorea's refusal to speak English was met with criticism from some reporters

Dorea's refusal to speak English was met with criticism from some reporters, who accused him of being unprofessional. However, Dorea defended his decision, saying that he was not obligated to speak English and that he was comfortable speaking Portuguese. Dorea also said that he believed that the reporter was trying to "provoke" him by asking him questions in English.

The incident highlights the importance of language barriers in international sports. While English is the official language of the UFC, there are many fighters and coaches who do not speak English fluently. This can lead to communication difficulties, as was the case with Dorea and the reporter. It is important for reporters to be aware of the language barriers that may exist when interviewing international athletes and coaches, and to be prepared to use interpreters if necessary.