Recently, translator Fabiano Buskei experienced what might be the most unusual occupational hazard in sports broadcasting when contender Ailin Perez’s victory celebration momentarily scrambled his linguistic abilities.
The incident occurred during Perez’s post-bout interview following her first UFC victory. Overwhelmed with joy, she broke into an impromptu twerk dance directly in front of Buskei,. He was attempting to translate her Spanish comments into English for the audience.
“I waited so long for this moment, no one’s gonna ruin it,” Perez declared through Buskei. But the celebration took an unexpected turn when the normally composed translator suddenly began speaking in the wrong language.
Interviewer Daniel Cormier quickly noticed the mix-up, interrupting the translation with, “Wait, wait. She messed you up, you speak in English, you’re supposed to be translating.”
Realizing his error, a flustered Buskei responded with a series of apologies: “Sorry, sorry, sorry,” before attempting to regain his professional composure.
The comical moment has since gone viral across social media platforms, with one popular tweet noting: “Never forget when Ailin Perez twerked on Fabiano Buskei and had him translating the wrong language.”
Buskei’s momentary language switch demonstrates that even the most seasoned professionals can be caught off guard by unexpected celebrations.
UFC post-bout interviews are known for their unpredictable nature, but this particular interaction stands out for its sheer uniqueness. Sports psychologist Dr. Marian Reynolds explains, “In high-adrenaline environments, unusual distractions can temporarily disrupt cognitive processes. Even for trained professionals, there’s a limit to what the brain can process simultaneously.”
The incident, while embarrassing for Buskei, has endeared both him and Perez to fans.
UFC officials have not commented on the incident, but fans continue to share the clip as one of the most entertaining post-fight moments in recent memory.
