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Tony Hawk Names UFC Star Chito Vera as His Favorite Fighter as They Skate Together

ShreddER September 17, 2026
Tony Hawk Names UFC Star Chito Vera as His Favorite Fighter
Credit: Valeri Macon; Chito Vera

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has his kids to thank for getting him into MMA.

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They’ve taken him to events across the country and helped him keep up with the latest fights.

Speaking to Red Corner MMA at the Ki MMA launch party in New York City, Hawk named UFC fighter Marlon “Chito” Vera as his favorite.

Hawk also revealed that the two have become friends, having spent time skating and surfing together.

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