Born on September 29, 1988, in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia, Alexander "The Great" Volkanovski is of Macedonian and Greek descent. He began his athletic journey in Greco-Roman wrestling, securing national titles at a young age, before transitioning to rugby league, where he played semi-professionally. At 23, Volkanovski shifted his focus to mixed martial arts (MMA), rapidly ascending the ranks to become a dominant force in the featherweight division. He claimed the UFC Featherweight Championship in December 2019 by defeating Max Holloway and has successfully defended his title multiple times against top contenders. Known for his relentless work ethic and strategic prowess, Volkanovski is considered one of the greatest featherweights in MMA history.