Arman Tsarukyan reveals the only advantage US cities have over Russia

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The rivalry between the United States and Russia dates back decades, with tensions rooted in the Cold War shaping cultural and political comparisons ever since.

In combat sports, that contrast has taken a different form, as Russian fighters have built a strong reputation while often competing or living in the US through opportunities provided by the UFC.

That experience has led many to compare life in both countries, and Arman Tsarukyan has now offered a clear perspective based on his own journey.

Arman Tsarukyan says US roads are better than Russia

The UFC lightweight contender, who was born in Georgia but raised in Russia, shared his view in a conversation with journalist Adam Zubayraev.

Tsarukyan pointed to infrastructure of American roads as the only clear advantage the United States holds over Russia.

“The roads are better in America. I won’t argue with you. Bro, count the lines. One, two, three, four, five, six, seven lines, brother I understand, but you don’t have to hate, brother, America has the best roads. What is true is true,” he said.

He then made it clear that, in his opinion, Russia leads in most other aspects.

“Russia has the best food, the best nature, the best people, all banks and sites work better,” he said.

Arman Tsarukyan highlights issues with life in the US

Tsarukyan also highlighted areas where he feels the US falls short.

He criticised the level of bureaucracy involved in everyday tasks and also questioned some American habits regarding punctuality.

“Here [in the US] there is a lot of bureaucracy, brother. You want to go to the doctor, they give you such a file to fill in,” the 29-year-old began by saying.

“You come to a restaurant, the coolest restaurant, whoever you are. You came to Russia, you were met by beautiful people, you were put right away, you came here, let’s say, you came in time, at 5 o’clock you have a restaurant, right? You come at 5, that’s it, ‘Wait, your table will be ready now.’ What are you getting ready for? They just move two forks. You stand for ten minutes, brother.”