About Ramon Dekkers
Ramon Dekkers (4 September 1969 – 27 February 2013) was a Dutch professional Muay Thai fighter. He won five world titles across four weight classes in Muay Thai during the 1980s and 1990s. Nicknamed the "Turbine from Hell", he was a fan favorite due to his fast-paced, aggressive fighting style which resulted in many brutal fights and knockouts. He was also praised for his willingness to fight in Thailand, including challenging for the Lumpinee Stadium Lightweight title. == Biography == === Early years === Ramon Dekkers was born on September 4th, 1969 in the city of Breda in the south of the Netherlands. He began learning martial arts at age 12, studying judo for half a year. He then switched to boxing.Cor Hemmers. After finishing his baker education Dekkers joined Maeng Ho Breda Gym. During Dekkers' early days of training his mother was at the gym every day and eventually she and Hemmers fell in love and got married. In the beginning of his career Dekkers' manager was Clovis Depretz, the manager of legendary Rob Kaman.
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