Chihiro Sawada's Weimaraner Zowie: The Lovable Motivation Behind a Martial Arts Champion
‘He’s A Big, Clingy, Lovable Dog’ – How Chihiro Sawada’s Weimaraner Became Her Greatest Motivator
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Chihiro Sawada, a top female martial artist, credits her Weimaraner, Zowie, as her greatest motivator. Ahead of her MMA fight at ONE SAMURAI 1 in Tokyo, she shares how Zowie's unwavering loyalty and affection inspire her training and life as a fighter.
- 01Chihiro Sawada is a prominent female martial artist preparing for a fight in Tokyo.
- 02Her Weimaraner, Zowie, provides emotional support and motivation during her training.
- 03Zowie's loyalty is a constant presence in Sawada's life, accompanying her everywhere.
- 04Sawada humorously notes that she unintentionally named Zowie with a feminine name.
- 05She plans to reward Zowie with a special treat if she wins a performance bonus.
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Chihiro Sawada, a 28-year-old martial artist from Japan, is gearing up for her atomweight MMA fight against Ayaka 'Zombie' Miura at ONE SAMURAI 1, taking place at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo on April 29. Despite her fierce reputation in the ring, Sawada admits to being completely charmed by her 35-kilogram Weimaraner, Zowie. The 5-year-old dog is known for his affectionate and clingy nature, following Sawada everywhere, even to the bathroom. This unwavering companionship has become a source of motivation for Sawada throughout her training journey. She expressed, 'He takes good care of me, and I feel good when I’m with him.' Zowie is not just a pet but a constant presence at her training facility, where he watches her practice. Sawada humorously acknowledged that she unintentionally named Zowie with a feminine name, but it hasn't affected their bond. As she prepares for her match, she plans to reward Zowie with a big bone if she secures a performance bonus of $50,000.
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