Ben Askren is a former Olympic wrestler and MMA fighter known for his unique wrestling style called “The Funk,” which revolutionized the sport.
A FloWrestling documentary titled Ben Askren: The Funk explores his career, highlighting how his unorthodox approach broke the mold and left a lasting legacy in wrestling.
The film includes rare footage and interviews with those who trained with or competed against him, showing how Askren was always several moves ahead of his opponents and changed wrestling into a more dynamic and scientific sport.
In recent news, Ben Askren has been recovering from a double lung transplant after suffering severe pneumonia that caused significant lung damage.
His wife shared updates about his condition, expressing gratitude to the donor and emphasizing the suddenness of his health decline.
Despite the challenges, Askren has shown signs of recovery, including responding to stimuli shortly after surgery.
Askren’s fighting record includes 19 wins and 2 losses in MMA, and he is also known for his charismatic personality and confidence. His influence extends beyond wrestling into MMA and popular culture, where he remains a notable figure
