Years After “Proper Legend” Georges St-Pierre Included Conor McGregor in His MMA’s Mount Rushmore, Former UFC Champ Receives a Heartfelt Note From the Irishman

In the world of the UFC, warriors grapple for supremacy in the Octagon. Outside the Octagon we see moments of mutual respect and camaraderie. These instances provide a nice relief from a lot of the animosity and drama that precedes a fight. Such a moment recently illuminated the MMA community when Georges St-Pierre, a titan of the UFC, shared a glimpse of his rehabilitation journey through a video on social media. This was followed by a brief but wholesome response from Conor McGregor.

Theirs is a history woven with conversations. GSP has brought up Conor’s name in conversation before. Some time ago, the discussion revolved around hypothetical matchups. St-Pierre was asked if he would fight the likes of Conor McGregor for large sums of money. He replied, “No, for no – money”. With a legacy comprising 26 wins, only two losses, and a groundbreaking 9 consecutive middleweight title defenses, St-Pierre’s mark on MMA is incredible.

Conor McGregor has some words of admiration for the UFC veteran

While the digital world can sometimes be harsh, simple actions can communicate profound sentiments. Georges St-Pierre’s decision to share his rehabilitation journey resonated beyond the surface. It drew a response from Conor McGregor that encapsulated their shared journey. GSP took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the video captioned, “Rehabilitation of the sacrum and rotator cuff. Little tuneup!”. The video shows St-Pierre working on these mentioned areas of his body and maintaining his fitness.

Right below the post, Conor shared his heartfelt message for the veteran. ‘Notorious’ wrote, “Proper legend you are George! Respect always”. His message is a testament to the respect fighters have for others who have almost perfected their craft. The display also establishes a connection between current fighters and the ones who once paved the way. Usually known for his rants on Twitter, this moment truly shone a light on the Irishman’s more appreciative side.

A story of mutual respect and admiration

In a time where rivalries take precedence, this exchange took the spotlight. However, GSP has given Conor his flowers in a previous circumstance. GSP was asked about his opinions during the fan Q&A session at UFC 209. He was asked to name fighters who he believed impacted the sport greatly. While answering, GSP said, “I would put Conor McGregor, also, because he brought the sport to a different level”. Years after that incident now Conor has termed the veteran and former Champion a “proper legend”.

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Conor McGregor’s journey through the ranks of UFC has been a rollercoaster. Controversies and achievements have highlighted the ‘Notorious’s career. Conor, recovering from his injury and encountering issues with the USADA, has experienced a delay in his highly anticipated return. Set to fight Michael Chandler sometime this December, fans eagerly wait for the arrival of their beloved Irishman. Whether the break has brought about any changes is a discussion that will unfold over time.

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