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Georges St-Pierre

Georges St-Pierre, often known as GSP, is a Canadian former professional mixed martial artist from Quebec.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Georges St-Pierre, known as GSP, is a Canadian former mixed martial artist from Quebec widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in MMA history. He is a former two-division UFC champion, holding titles at welterweight and middleweight.

Early life and background

Born on May 19, 1981 in Saint-Isidore, Quebec, Georges St-Pierre grew up to become one of Canada’s most celebrated combat sports athletes. His fighting foundation includes Kyokushin karate, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, boxing, and Muay Thai.

UFC career

St-Pierre dominated the UFC welterweight division for years, defending the title multiple times, and later captured the middleweight championship. His official professional record stands at 26-2-0, solidifying his legacy as one of the sport’s all-time greats.

Fighting style and retirement

GSP’s well-rounded style blended karate, jiu-jitsu, wrestling, and striking, making him unpredictable in the octagon. He officially retired from professional MMA in February 2019 after the UFC declined to arrange a bout with Khabib Nurmagomedov.

In short

  • Canadian former two-division UFC champion.
  • Professional record of 26 wins, 2 losses.
  • Retired in February 2019.
  • Regarded as one of the greatest MMA fighters in history.
Canadian angle

St-Pierre is one of Canada’s most celebrated mixed martial artists and a major figure in Canadian sports history, especially in Quebec.

Quick questions

What is GSP's full name?
GSP’s full name is Georges St-Pierre.
Did GSP retire?
Yes. He officially announced his retirement from professional MMA on February 21, 2019.
What is GSP's record?
His professional MMA record is 26-2-0.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georges_St-Pierre
    Supports: Full name, Canadian nationality, UFC titles, retirement context, weight classes, and general biography.
  2. Georges St-Pierre Official Website — https://www.gspofficial.com/
    Supports: Official retirement announcement and fighting style description.
  3. UFC — https://www.ufc.com/athlete/georges-st-pierre
    Supports: Retired status, professional record, nickname, division, and title-defense statistics.
  4. Tapology — https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/georges-st-pierre-rush
    Supports: Professional record, last fight, and weight class history.