McGregor's Comeback: A Cautionary Tale for Aging Athletes The UFC has announced that Conor McGregor will return to the octagon on July 11 to face Max Holloway, marking his first fight in five years.
This decision raises questions about the wisdom of allowing a 37 year old athlete to compete at the highest level. McGregor's recent health issues have been well documented.
His TKO loss to Dustin Poirier in 2021 resulted in a broken leg that required surgery, and he subsequently pulled out of a matchup with Michael Chandler due to a toe injury.