Ariel Helwani och hans team portades från UFC 199 efter att ha släppt nyheter om Brock Lesnars retur samt Conor McGregors kommande match mot Nate Diaz, och blev därmed avstängda på obestämd tid. Nu har organisationen valt att plocka bort Ariels teams avstängning, och detta hade UFC att säga via ett pressmeddelande:
Following a conversation with the editorial team at SB Nation, UFC will not prevent MMAFighting.com from receiving media credentials to cover live UFC events. We respect the role the media plays in our sport and beyond, including MMAFighting’s ability to report news. However, in our opinion, we believe the recurring tactics used by its lead reporter extended beyond the purpose of journalism. We feel confident our position has now been adequately communicated to the SB Nation editorial team.
UFC’s goal as the world’s leading mixed martial arts promotion is to cultivate interest in its world-class athletes and events, and deliver for the fans. We will continue to introduce this sport and its athletes to new fans across the world, and we will do so by working alongside media across all platforms.
