PXP and the AEF Championship: when streetwear meets MMA

On September 21, 2024, Quimper hosted the 8th edition of the AEF Championship, a must-attend event in the MMA world in France. This championship brings together the most formidable fighters and combat sports enthusiasts, offering a breathtaking spectacle at each edition. This year, we had the honor of becoming an official partner of the event, thus affirming our anchoring in the sports world while strengthening our connection with urban culture.|NEXT|The AEF Championship, founded in 2016, quickly established itself as one of the biggest MMA events in France. Each edition gathers high-level fighters, MMA fans, and brands sharing the same passion for performance and boldness. This partnership between Project X Paris and the AEF represents much more than a commercial commitment: it reflects a shared philosophy of self-improvement, intensity, and style.|NEXT|As an official partner, Project X Paris was displayed inside the cage, with our logo visible both on the floor and on the sides. This strong link with the AEF is essential for us, as it allows us to reach a community that values both sport and fashion, a dynamic and engaged audience that identifies with our streetwear vision.|NEXT|We also had the opportunity to dress fighters and staff during the weigh-in with pieces from our flagship collections. A choice that shows the trust placed in our brand by these high-level athletes.|NEXT|During the weigh-in, fighters and staff proudly wore the PXP Member’s Club capsule, one of the most popular from our FW24 collection. This black hoodie and t-shirt quickly became essentials for our customers, and it’s no surprise that athletes validated these iconic pieces.|NEXT|With its clean design and distinctive logo, the Member’s Club capsule perfectly reflects our brand’s streetwear and sporty spirit. Comfortable and stylish, these items are ideal for athletes in preparation but also for those adopting an urban look daily.|NEXT|In addition to the Member’s Club capsule, fighters also had the opportunity to wear our Techwear tracksuit during the weigh-in. This set combines practicality and style, meeting the needs of athletes looking for functional attire without sacrificing style.|NEXT|Fighters were won over by these items, and the Techwear set quickly gained unanimous approval among them. Its technology, combined with a resolutely urban design, makes it ideal for pre-match preparations.|NEXT|Besides our presence in the ring and backstage, some AEF 8 spectators had the exclusive opportunity to discover our brand new Reveal capsule in preview. Proudly sporting our new Polaris logo, they showed their support for the brand directly in the stands. It was a chance for them to show their belonging to the PXP community while wearing emblematic pieces of this capsule, symbolizing a new chapter for Project X Paris.|NEXT|The evening of September 21 was marked by intense fights and high-tension moments. Here are the fight results: - Bafode Gassama defeated A. Nantois (KO/TKO, 2:09 Round 1) - Bogdan Ozdoev defeated Aline Gaye (Unanimous decision) - K. Conté defeated A. Guenaev (Unanimous decision) - Thomas Dacher defeated Alex Hue (Unanimous decision) - Oceane Salcede defeated Mariame Batou (Split decision) - U. Obame Ndong defeated Gurvan Babet (Unanimous decision) - N. Reffers Maza defeated Amro Abdeen (Unanimous decision) - Yoan Morero defeated D. Rodrigues (KO/TKO, 0:50 Round 2) - Mani Grimaudo defeated Alfred Ager (Submission, 1:39 Round 1) - Theo Hemon defeated Amine Benbatta (Unanimous decision)|NEXT|In addition to our commitment with the AEF Championship, we are proud to be locally present through our proximity stores in Rennes and Brest. These boutiques are meeting points for our loyal customers, allowing them to discover our collections in a unique urban atmosphere.|NEXT|PXP Rennes|NEXT|PXP Brest|NEXT|This collaboration with the AEF Championship marks the beginning of a partnership we hope will be long-lasting. Project X Paris is much more than a streetwear brand: we want to be a key player in events that bring together culture, sport, and fashion. The alliance between MMA and streetwear is natural for us, as these two worlds share a passion for performance and personal expression.|NEXT|We look forward to continuing this adventure with the AEF Championship, thus strengthening our mission to connect streetwear with disciplines embodying strength, agility, and determination. Stay tuned for more news on our upcoming events and collaborations.|