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Colby Covington blames support for Trump for title loss

UFC fighter Colby Covington claims his support for Trump cost him the title.

Controversial UFC fighter Colby Covington claimed that his support for President Trump cost him the title during his recent fight. Covington, known for his outspoken pro-Trump stance, expressed his disappointment with the judges' decision, suggesting that his backing of the former president put him at a disadvantage.

During the fight, Covington appeared confident in his performance, believing he had done enough to secure victory. The statistics seemed to support his claim, with more total strikes and equal strikes to the head compared to his opponent. Additionally, Covington enjoyed five minutes more control time in the Octagon. However, he was ultimately left feeling let down, believing that his political affiliation played a role in the judges' decision.

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