Following the guilty verdict in a civil court case for s*xual assault, Conor McGregor finds himself in a difficult situation. Throughout the years, many prominent athletes have faced challenges in their careers Tiger Woods, a top PGA golfer, remains notable example. However, some individuals believe that McGregor’s path to redemption would be significantly more challenging than that of Woods.
UFC superstar Conor McGregor has been found liable for s*xually assaulting Nikita Hand in 2018. Although the monetary damages may not be significant for McGregor, his reputation has suffered greatly. Recently, former UFC fighter Matt Brown has weighed in on McGregor’s ongoing troubles. Brown offered a unique perspective on the Irishman’s potential path to redemption.
Conor’s going to be in a sh*tstorm here… The public opinion of him has changed. He never had that squeaky clean image like Tiger Woods did… I don’t think this is unsalvageable, but he has to be the one to salvage it. No one’s going to be the one to save him in this situation. The UFC can’t save him. He has to do the right things. Get the f*ck out of the clubs. Put down the straws and get back in the gym.
Matt Brown via The Fighter vs. The Writer
A UFC legend has drawn a comparison between McGregor and Tiger Woods. Over the years, Woods, the professional golfer, has been involved in several controversies, including DUIs and s*xual assault allegations. As a result, he faced significant scrutiny from the public.
Despite these challenges, Woods managed to overcome adversity and continue competing actively at the age of 48. In contrast, Matt Brown believes that McGregor will not have a similarly easy path to redemption.
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UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier believes that McGregor has no chance of redemption, something Brown doesn’t agree with. He asserts that the Irishman can make a comeback if he shows discipline, returns to training, and prepares for a fight. In the context of McGregor’s potential return, a UFC lightweight fighter has also shared their thoughts on the matter.
Dan Hooker doubts Conor McGregor s UFC return
Conor McGregor is arguably one of the biggest names in the UFC. Throughout his illustrious career, the Irishman has gained significant popularity due to his impressive performances. However, as time has passed, there has been a slight decline in McGregor’s performances. As a result, he has lost three out of his last four fights in the promotion.
Dan Hooker talks about Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon (Image via UFC/Imago)Although McGregor’s fighting career has not been impressive in recent years, his popularity remains intact. The Irishman’s activities outside the cage, including his business ventures and infamous social media outbursts, have kept him engaged with fans. Speaking of his business ventures, Dan Hooker has noted that McGregor’s extravagant lifestyle outside the cage could affect his return to the octagon.
He’s got so much stuff going on… He’s got now energy drinks, beers, movies and stuff coming out. To pause that all for three or four months and do a training camp, the guy would lose more money that he’d make. I can’t see how that machine would pause and you would be able to train… All of it is just too big.
Dan Hooker via Combat TV (Check from 3:20)
Hooker believes that if McGregor avoids his celebrity lifestyle, it could have a significant impact on his current way of living. Interestingly, following the recent legal troubles that have surrounded the Irishman, his return to the octagon might be an ideal option.
However, while several UFC fighters have responded to McGregor’s recent civil case verdict, the UFC executives have yet to make a statement. It will be interesting to see how top UFC executives, including Dana White, respond to this situation.
