“Conor McGregor is frequently the subject of rumors,” a publicist for the fighter said in an emailed statement. “He emphatically denies any report accusing him of sexual assault.”A lawyer for McGregor in Dublin did not respond to messages seeking comment. Born in a tough, working-class section of Dublin, McGregor has helped propel U.F.C.’s popularity worldwide, though he has been involved in a flurry of police cases throughout his career. McGregor announced his retirement from the sport in March, only to hint several times that he would get back into the ring. The UF.C., which did not respond to a request for comment from The New York Times, has not announced any upcoming bouts featuring McGregor.

Source: New York Times October 19, 2019 07:52 UTC