Rafael Freitas
Rafael Freitas, the son of former professional boxer Acelino 'Popó' Freitas, gained attention recently for his involvement in a controversial incident during an exhibition fight between his father and MMA fighter Wanderlei Silva. In newly surfaced footage, Rafael is seen entering the ring and striking Silva, leading to a chaotic scene where Silva was knocked out. This incident has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of his actions and the aftermath of the fight, where Silva required medical attention but was later released from the hospital.
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Rafael Freitas, son of Acelino Popó Freitas, was involved in the incident that led to the hospitalization of Wanderlei Silva.
'Foi uma das piores humilhações que eu tive na minha vida'
Brazil· 2025-10-07
Rafael Freitas is involved in a fight where he knocked out Wanderlei Silva.
Rafael Freitas, filho de Popó, aparece nocauteando Wanderlei Silva em novas imagens da lutaBrazil· 2025-09-28
Rafael Freitas, Popó's son, was involved in the altercation, striking Wanderlei Silva.
Popó propõe pacificação a Wanderlei: ‘Pronto para te abraçar’Brazil· 2025-09-28Rafael Freitas was seen hitting Wanderlei Silva during the post-fight chaos.
Wanderlei Silva se pronuncia sobre a confusão pós-luta com Popó: 'Fui covardemente agredido'Brazil· 2025-09-28
Rafael Freitas is the son of Popó and was responsible for knocking Wanderlei Silva out.
Imagens da Globo mostram que autor de ‘nocaute’ em Wanderlei Silva é filho de Popó
Liechtenstein· 2025-09-28
Rafael Freitas is involved in a fight where he knocked out Wanderlei Silva.
Rafael Freitas, filho de Popó, aparece nocauteando Wanderlei Silva em novas imagens da lutaBrazil· 2025-09-28