Discover the aftermath of UFC 296 with Sportskeeda’s daily MMA News Roundup. Dana White saves Leon Edwards, Drake loses a massive bet, and Colby Covington blames Trump for his loss. Read more for all the details.
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| Dana White saves Leon Edwards from potential fines after altercation with Colby Covington. |
| Drake loses a $250,000 bet on Leon Edwards. |
| Colby Covington blames his association with Donald Trump for his loss against Edwards. |
In the aftermath of UFC 296, several interesting stories have emerged. Dana White, the CEO of UFC, stepped in to save Leon Edwards from potential fines after a heated altercation with Colby Covington during the pre-fight press conference. Despite Drake’s infamous betting curse, he lost a massive wager on Edwards. And Colby Covington has a bizarre excuse for his loss, blaming his association with Donald Trump.
UFC 296 Aftermath
In the aftermath of UFC 296, several interesting stories have emerged. Dana White, the CEO of UFC, stepped in to save Leon Edwards from potential fines after a heated altercation with Colby Covington during the pre-fight press conference. Despite Drake’s infamous betting curse, he lost a massive wager on Edwards. And Colby Covington has a bizarre excuse for his loss, blaming his association with Donald Trump . Let’s dive deeper into these stories.
Dana White’s Intervention
During the post-fight press conference, Dana White revealed that he had to intervene to prevent Leon Edwards from facing fines. Edwards was understandably upset by Covington’s comments about his deceased father, but he managed to compose himself and deliver an impressive performance in the fight. White commended Edwards for his dominant win and warned his corner that any further altercations could result in fines.
Drake’s Betting Misfortune
Drake, known for his extravagant bets on UFC fights, placed a $250,000 wager on Leon Edwards. However, Edwards won the fight by unanimous decision instead of a knockout, causing Drake to lose the bet. This adds to the infamous ‘Drake Curse,’ where fighters he supports often end up losing their matches. Drake took to social media to express his disappointment and demand another "headshot" from Edwards.
Colby Covington’s Trump Excuse
Colby Covington, a vocal supporter of Donald Trump , believes that his association with the former US president cost him the victory against Leon Edwards. Covington claims that the judges scored against him because of his support for Trump, rather than acknowledging Edwards’ superior performance. Despite his disappointment, Covington remains resilient and determined to move forward.
These are just a few highlights from the aftermath of UFC 296. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news from the world of MMA.
