The Daniel Cormier Show - DC GOES OFF ON Paddy Pimblett, Max Holloway, & Gable Stevenson GETTING MONEY WITHHELD
Summary
Daniel Cormier criticizes the Nevada State Athletic Commission for sanctioning UFC 329 fighters Max Holloway, Paddy Pimblett, and Gable Steveson for their post-fight celebrations. He argues that penalizing athletes for jumping on the cage is absurd and ignores the natural euphoria of victory. Cormier calls for common sense in rule enforcement, suggesting such fines are merely a money grab rather than necessary safety measures.
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Intro: UFC 329 sanctioning hearings for celebrations
DC argues celebration rules are absurd and counterintuitive
The euphoria of victory and why fighters can't help but celebrate
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Past fines: DC vs Jones, Diego Lopez, and Myra Buena Silva
Commissioners lack understanding of fighter's emotional state
Historical precedents and the 'money grab' nature of fines
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