C. Covington (left) poses next to D. Trump (right). Photo: Reproduction/Twitter colbycovmma
Faithful supporter of former United States President Donald Trump, Colby covington received reinforcement that he considers fundamental for the commitment in the UFC 296. In a statement given in an interview with Ultimate, the challenger for the welterweight belt (up to 77,1kg.) indicated the politician's presence in the audience for his confrontation against Leon edwards. Excited, the North American confirmed the positive result.
“No one will beat me with (Donald) Trump in the audience. I’m going to bring the belt back to America,” said Covington.
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At 35 years old, Colby will try to win the unprecedented title in his career. Former interim champion of the group, the fighter is looking for his first linear belt. In the first two opportunities, the athlete ended up being surpassed by Kamaru Usman.
Leader of the division since 2022, Edwards wants success in the second defense of his throne. In the last two matches, the Englishman made history by overcoming the 'Nigerian Nightmare', which fulfilled a weighty legacy in the category.
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