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Maximus Bejenuta
Maximus Bejenuta (born January 30, 2002), nicknamed "The Gladiator", is a Moldovan kickboxer currently competing in the -63 kg division.

Biography
Born in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, Bejenuta began his martial arts journey with judo at a young age. He later transitioned to mixed martial arts (MMA) before focusing solely on kickboxing at the age of 14. He joined Fight Club Garuda under coaches Vitalie Sochirca and Rustam Alimov, where he honed his skills. Currently, Bejenuta trains under Pavel Necitailo and participates in fight camps led by Ivan Dercacenco.

Education
In addition to his fighting career, Bejenuta is dedicated to education. He completed his studies in sports training with a specialization in kickboxing at the State University of Physical Education and Sport in Moldova. He is currently pursuing a second degree at The Lower Danube University in Galați, Romania, with his thesis defense scheduled for 2024.

Kickboxing Career
Bejenuta has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the kickboxing world. As of July 2024, he boasts a professional record of 12 wins and 3 losses. A notable achievement in his career is securing the Interim World Title WAKO Pro K1 Champion belt in 2024 at the Mayor's Cup competition held in Chisinau, Moldova. He is currently preparing to defend his title against Remi Para.

He has secured the title of National Kickboxing Champion in Moldova a remarkable three times. His fighting style is characterized by an orthodox stance, with the flexibility to switch stances during a match to keep his opponents guessing.

Beyond competing, Bejenuta actively shares his knowledge and passion for kickboxing as a trainer at Fight Club Garuda, where he mentors his disciples. He has also participated in competitions organized by the Fighting Entertainment Association (FEA).