Get the latest updates on Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated comeback to the UFC. Learn about the testing troubles and yacht encounters that have marked his journey back to the octagon.
| Key Points |
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| Conor McGregor’s comeback has been a major talking point in MMA in 2023. |
| Issues with USADA have delayed McGregor’s return. |
| USADA and the UFC will not extend their partnership beyond 2023. |
| McGregor was tested twice within an hour on his yacht. |
| McGregor’s test results are not yet updated in USADA’s database. |
Conor McGregor’s Journey Back to the Octagon
After a series of setbacks, former UFC champion Conor McGregor is inching closer to his highly anticipated return to mixed martial arts. Throughout 2023, speculation about McGregor’s comeback has been a hot topic in the MMA community. Originally planned for the fall, McGregor’s first fight since his devastating leg injury in 2021 has faced delays due to issues with the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA).
The trouble began when rumors circulated that McGregor might receive an exemption from USADA’s six-month testing pool requirement. In response, USADA released a statement clarifying their stance and damaging their relationship with the UFC. USADA CEO Travis Tygart recently announced that the partnership between the two organizations will not be extended beyond December 31, 2023.
Despite the friction, McGregor has now entered the testing pool again. In a surprising turn of events, McGregor revealed on X (formerly Twitter) that he was tested twice within an hour while on his yacht. The UFC’s Chief Business Officer, Hunter Campbell, criticized USADA’s treatment of McGregor, but that didn’t stop the Irish fighter from offering the testing agents a drink.
As of now, McGregor’s 2023 test results are not yet reflected in USADA’s athlete database.
| Key Points |
|---|
| Conor McGregor’s comeback has been a major talking point in MMA in 2023. |
| Issues with USADA have delayed McGregor’s return. |
| USADA and the UFC will not extend their partnership beyond 2023. |
| McGregor was tested twice within an hour on his yacht. |
| McGregor’s test results are not yet updated in USADA’s database. |
