Whereas the circumstances nonetheless stay cryptic, Conor McGregor has issued an apology for the late cancellation to a UFC 303 press occasion in Dublin.
A pre-fight press convention with McGregor and Michael Chandler was scheduled for Monday at 3Arena in entrance of 1000’s of followers, however the UFC introduced its postponement 12 hours earlier than it was set to start.
On Monday, McGregor issued an announcement on the change of plans however indicated the June 29 bout vs. Michael Chandler will proceed as scheduled.
“In session with the UFC, immediately’s press convention was canceled as a result of a collection of obstacles exterior of our management,” McGregor mentioned in an announcement on social media. “I apologize to my Irish followers, and followers all over the world, for the inconvenience and admire all of your ardour and assist. I can’t wait to placed on the best all-time present within the Octagon.”
In session with the UFC, todays press convention was cancelled as a result of a collection of obstacles exterior of our management. I apologize to my Irish followers, and followers all over the world, for the inconvenience and admire all of your ardour and assist. I can’t wait to placed on the best…
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) June 3, 2024
As just lately as Saturday, UFC CEO Dana White indicated the occasion was nonetheless a go. White mentioned he was flying to Dublin instantly after Saturday’s UFC 302 in order that he might meet with McGregor on Sunday.
It’s unclear if that assembly occurred. Based on Ariel Helwani, Chandler was knowledgeable of the cancellation Sunday morning and didn’t journey to Dublin.
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