Jon Jones had a big 2024, and hopes 2025 is even bigger. That’s the gist of several heartfelt tweets shared by the UFC heavyweight champion on X (formerly Twitter) as we leave one calendar year and enter another.
What you think of Jones’ fight year probably has a lot to do with how you feel about Tom Aspinall being left in limbo as the interim champion. Not so good for the division, but why would Jon concern himself with that? His reflections on 2024 went way further than MMA, and he did not tip his hand at what could be next in the octagon.
“Man, 2024… what a year,” Jones wrote. “I’ve gotta say, this one’s been special. It’s been full of challenges, blessings, and opportunities, and I’m just beyond grateful for the ride. None of it would’ve been possible without the people who’ve been rockin’ with me through it all—my family, my team, my coaches, and, of course, all of y’all who support me every step of the way.”
Reflecting on the year
•Performed for the President: Had the honor of showcasing my skills in front of our country’s leader.
•First-Time Voter: Took part in democracy and voted for the first time ever—a major personal milestone.
•Global Traveler & Educator: Traveled to…— Jonny Meat (@JonnyBones) December 31, 2024
“This year, I leveled up in ways I never thought possible — on the mat, in the Octagon, on the screen, and most importantly, as a man and a father. That doesn’t happen without a strong foundation, and y’all have been that for me. So, from the bottom of my heart — thank you. The love and energy you give me push me to keep going and striving for greatness. And trust me when I say this — this is just the beginning. Let’s keep building. God bless!”
Jones then posted a long list of highlights from the year. At the top? ‘Performed for the President’ and ‘First-Time Voter.’ Also on the list: ‘purchased dream home,’ ‘invested in a cybertruck,’ ‘unlocked my acting abilities,’ and traveling the country having ‘Volleyball Dad Adventures.’
On the fighting front, he ‘fully recovered from pec surgery,’ ‘assembled the strongest heavyweight training camp in UFC history,’ and ‘defeated Stipe Miocic, the greatest heavyweight in UFC history’ (watch highlights here).
Travel-wise, “Bones” hit up Mexico, Australia, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand.
“It feels amazing to look back at the last year and make a list of achievements like that,” Jones concluded. “I’m sure if I spent more time on it, I’d realize just how many things I left out. Now, I’m excited to start writing down some New Year’s resolutions and even more excited to see the list of things I accomplish after 2025.”
Here’s hoping for a couple more UFC fights!
