Dana White at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube
Dana White's long-awaited meeting with Dorobshokh Nabotov, scheduled for the Z-Fight Night 02 event on December 14, is no longer expected to happen. The UFC president, who was scheduled to watch the bold fighter's fight against the Brazilian Matheus Camilo, had his travel plans drastically changed due to a tense political situation in South Korea. The reason? The declaration of martial law in the country, announced by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Last Tuesday (3), Z-Fight Night, a South Korean MMA organization founded by Chan sung jung, Korean zombie, confirmed that Dana White would no longer be attending the event. The decision was communicated in an official post on the promotion's social media.
See too
“Due to the declaration of martial law in South Korea on December 3, Dana White, who was scheduled to attend ZFN 02 on December 14, will unfortunately no longer be able to attend the event. We sincerely apologize to everyone who was looking forward to his visit. ZFN will do its best to invite Dana White to a future event.”
Dana White's trip to South Korea was related to his work on the UFC reality show 'Looking For A Fight', where he travels alongside former fighters in search of new talent for the octagon. The idea was that Nabotov's performance, who presented himself in a bold and audacious way at the UFC press conference, UFC 308, was the highlight of the episode's recording.
At the press conference of UFC 308, the fighter made a direct call to White, expressing his desire to prove his worth and showing an impressive history of achievements. The leader's response was immediate, as he called him to the stage to shake his hand. The interaction raised even more expectations about the athlete's future, especially with the possibility of a bigger opportunity in the UFC.
What is Martial Law, which prevented Dana White from going to South Korea?
The measure was taken to combat what the local government considered threats from communist forces and elements considered anti-state. Although the law was repealed a few hours later by a decision of Parliament, the impact was immediate.
The government decreed the temporary suspension of civil and constitutional rights, which resulted in protests and riots in the streets of several cities across the country. The situation generated political instability that directly affected several international plans, including Dana White's visit to South Korea.
UFC 310 coverage is sponsored by BK8
Largest and Most Reliable, the BK8 is the official coverage sponsor of the UFC 310. Official partnership with Premier League clubs such as Burnley and Aston Villa. The BK8 is a sports betting platform that offers a promotion with 100% welcome bonus to R$500 e first risk free bet.
Visit the site, check the rules, make your first deposit with the PIX and take advantage of the promotion with a bet without risk.
Read More about: South Korea, Dana White, Dorobshokh Nabotov, UFC
You need login To comment.