Donald Trump Praises Nurmagomedov, Angers McGregor
Nurmagomedov: Trump’s Favorite Fighter
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by naming Khabib Nurmagomedov as his favorite UFC fighter during an interview with internet personality Adin Ross. Trump, who has a well-known friendship with UFC president Dana White and frequently attends UFC events, praised Nurmagomedov for his undefeated record (29-0) and his dominant performances in the sport.
Donald Trump says Khabib Nurmagomedov is his favorite UFC fighter, and details the conversation he had with him about the war between Russia and Ukraine
🎥 KICK / @adinross #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/h8pH72WaVT
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) August 5, 2024
McGregor’s Strong Reaction
Conor McGregor, who has previously supported Trump, reacted angrily to Trump’s comments. On social media, McGregor called Trump’s endorsement of Nurmagomedov a “campaign-ending decision,” criticizing the choice of a non-American fighter as his favorite. McGregor went further, accusing Trump of not being a real billionaire and expressing disappointment that Trump did not support an American fighter instead.
Stop it…. @TheNotoriousMMA . If you had half the balls that DT had you would have shown up June 29th. Instead you’re normal walking, beer chuggin’ Austin 3:16 style at a local fight show/motorcycle rally in South Dakota, a RED, 100% #maga state by the way. 🇺🇸
— Michael Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) August 6, 2024
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He does @TheNotoriousMMA . But that is neither here nor there. Here’s the deal – I beat your ass in December…I bet my entire career on it. End the year back flipping over your lifeless body on the canvas.
— Michael Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) August 6, 2024
Chandler Defends Trump
Michael Chandler, who is set to fight McGregor upon his return to the octagon, defended Trump’s remarks. This defense led to a heated online exchange between Chandler and McGregor, with fans eagerly awaiting their upcoming match, which was postponed in June due to McGregor’s injury.
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