Opinon: Donald Trump’s Irreversible Slip-Up Before 2024 US Polls – Associating With UFC’s Colby Covington

There is no denying that former US President Donald Trump is a man of exquisite taste. The billionaire politician, known for his luxurious lifestyle, is a big-time MMA fan! For years now, he has been following UFC closely and shares a strong bond with the promotion’s CEO, Dana White.

Trump is regularly seen making appearances at prominent UFC PPVs. Interestingly, one of the former President’s favorite fighter is none other than Colby Covington. Moving one step further, Trump has repeatedly showcased his support for ‘Chaos’. However, it now seems to be a critical mistake, considering his ongoing Presidential campaign.

The relationship between Colby Covington and Donald Trump

Whether you like him or not, one cannot ignore Colby Covington. Ever since adopting his heel persona, ‘Chaos’ never hesitates to state the most unfiltered, raw, and provoking opinions on his mind. Interestingly enough, the former UFC interim champion has been a vocal supporter of Donald Trump.

He regularly uses the ‘Make America Great Again’ slogan and it seems like Covington shares the same political ideology as the former President. Some weeks ago, ‘Chaos’ even wore a Donald Trump-themed suit.

Similarly, Trump has also displayed a strong liking towards Covington many times. Further, he also invited the fighter to the Trump International Golf Course, where Covington shot his interview with ESPN MMA.

One might think that supporting a personality like Covington will help Trump in his Presidential run. However, with what has happened over the last few days, this perception is rapidly taking a 180 degree turn.

Colby Covington’s distasteful remarks on Leon Edwards

Very few MMA fighters know how to promote a fight as well as Colby Covington. However, it seems like ‘Chaos’ crossed the line this time. During the UFC 296 press conference, the fighter made some provoking remarks about Leon Edwards’ father, who passed away long ago.

‘Rocky’ could not hold his emotions back, and threw a bottle at his UFC 296 opponent. Soon, a brawl broke out and security had to intervene. Instantly, MMA fans all over the world started criticizing the American MMA fighter because of his words.

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Undoubtedly, Donald Trump had no direct relation with this controversy. However, it wasn’t the most flattering situation for him, to be the most influential personality in Covington’s corner, at a time where the entire world is raising fingers at ‘Chaos’.

Did Donald Trump walk out on Colby Covington?

Surprisingly, Covington had claimed that the former US President would wrap the title around his waist, in case he won the UFC 296 main event. However, this dream could not turn into reality. Edwards dominated the title challenger, and won the fight via unanimous decision.

Not dropping his heel persona, Covington made some signature remarks in his post fight interview. Moreover, he also gave a shout out to Donald Trump. The former US President, however, was seen walking out of the arena around this time. Apparently, Trump did not acknowledge Covington’s post fight speech.

Is Donald Trump getting criticized for his association with Colby Covington?

Ever since those controversial remarks and the UFC 296 loss, fans have been hammering the American MMA fighter. Moreover, some are also questioning Donald Trump for his association with Covington. Just before the UFC 296 PPV, Sean Strickland joined this movement and took some shots at ‘Chaos’.

Claiming “Trumpsters” and “Republicans” to be his people, the middleweight champion openly stated his disliking towards Covington. He alost urged people to not support the UFC 296 main event fighter.

After the PPV ended, fans wanted to hear Trump’s reaction to the main event fight. However, the billionaire politician made no comments about it. Instead, he just uploaded an Instagram story, thanking Dana White, and not mentioning Covington at all.

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With his controversial actions and all the heat Colby Covington is getting, he might do more harm than good standing with Donald Trump in the latter’s Presidential run.