USADA Cuts Ties with UFC Amidst Conor McGregor Controversy

The United States Anti-Doping Agency (Usada) has announced that it will end its partnership with the UFC in January due to an "untenable" situation surrounding Conor McGregor. Usada expressed discomfort with the McGregor saga and the UFC's suggestion of granting him an exemption for an earlier return. McGregor re-entered Usada's testing pool this week, but the agency stated that it cannot ensure he serves the full six-month requirement because of the partnership termination. Usada emphasized its commitment to clean and fair competition, prioritizing fighters' long-term health and safety over short-term profits.