Updated
Updated · Bleacher Report · Jul 17
McGregor Denies Substance Use After 69-Second UFC 329 Loss to Holloway
Updated
Updated · Bleacher Report · Jul 17

McGregor Denies Substance Use After 69-Second UFC 329 Loss to Holloway

3 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · Jul 17

Summary

  • A deleted social media post had Conor McGregor rejecting claims he used any “mind altering substances” before his UFC 329 defeat to Max Holloway.
  • McGregor also said he has not used any since the fight, insisting he entered the Octagon in peak condition for his first bout since July 2021.
  • The comeback unraveled in 69 seconds when McGregor appeared to hurt himself throwing a jumping roundhouse kick, an injury he later said will require surgery.
  • Despite the setback, McGregor said he plans another return to complete the final fight on his UFC contract, though recovery now stands in the way.

Insights

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With serious doping allegations looming, can the UFC's new anti-doping program truly clear Conor McGregor's name?