Conor McGregor Withdraws from Presidential Race in Ireland
The renowned mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, Conor McGregor, has decided to withdraw from the race for the presidency of Ireland. The announcement was made by McGregor himself, who also criticized the electoral process, calling it undemocratic. At 37 years old, McGregor’s chances of appearing on the October ballot were slim. To achieve this, he needed the support of 20 members of parliament or four local authorities. Despite trying to combine his massive social media presence with the backing of influential figures like Elon Musk, McGregor has decided to suspend his efforts.Although McGregor remains a popular figure on social media, his position as a political figure in Ireland is questionable. In November, he was found liable in a sexual assault case that occurred in 2018. A recent poll revealed that only 7% of respondents would vote for him. McGregor (22-6) hasn’t competed in the UFC since suffering a broken leg in a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier in 2021. The fighter has expressed interest in participating in the UFC event at the White House in the summer of 2026.“I want to assure the people of Ireland that this will not be my last election,” McGregor wrote on X. “You will see me campaigning again in the future, fighting for your rights and representing the best interests of our nation.”
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