He almost quit MMA five years ago, but after encouragement from his brother and money to travel to Rio and train with “Minotauro”, his career turned around and “Toquinho” went on to build an impressive record (21-3-0). Reporter Paula Sack discovers that Palhares’ unique physique presents a number of challenges as a UFC fighter. Watch Palhares scrap against Dan Miller (13-5-0-1NC) during the Spike prelims of UFC Rio: Silva vs. Okami, Saturday, August 27, live on Spike, 8PM/5PM ET/PT.