Synopsis
Colby Covington alleged that UFC 296 judges were biased as he had supported former President Donald Trump.
UFC fighter Colby Covington has raised concerns about perceived political bias among judges following his unanimous decision loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 296, especially with former US President Donald Trump in attendance. Covington is advocating for a rematch in the aftermath of his defeat to Edwards.
In the post-fight press conference, Covington alleged that the judges have consistently shown bias against him due to his association with Trump. He claimed that his support for Trump has led to unfavorable judgments, stating, the judges hate him because he supported Trump.
Leon Edwards successfully defended his welterweight belt Saturday night, unanimously outpointing Colby Covington at UFC 296. In a bout that hardly lived up to its billing, Edwards (22-3) showed poise and patience as he picked his spots to outclass Covington (17-4), beating the former interim champion at his own game. Rather than using his strengths on his feet as a striker, Edwards chose to grapple and counter whenever Covington took shots for a takedown.
After entering the arena draped in an American flag, Covington made a pit stop to share a quick word with former President Donald Trump before stepping into the octagon. Trump sat ringside, with UFC CEO Dana White, musician Kid Rock and UFC chief business officer Hunter Campbell. White shot down the rumor that Trump would have put the belt on Covington had he won.
FAQs:
Q1. Who won in UFC 296?
A1. Leon Edwards successfully defended his welterweight belt Saturday night, unanimously outpointing Colby Covington at UFC 296.
Q2. What happened in UFC 296?
A2. After entering the arena draped in an American flag, Colby Covington made a pit stop to share a quick word with former President Donald Trump before stepping into the octagon.
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