Conor McGregor Found Liable Of THIS: A List Of Controversies

The accuser stated that she met McGregor at a Christmas party in Dublin. She alleged that the former UFC champion forced her onto a bed, choked her, and made her fear for her life. "He let me go and I remember saying I was sorry," she testified, describing how she felt compelled to reassure him to prevent further harm. The woman's lawyer argued that McGregor was enraged over a recent fight loss, which he took out on her. A paramedic testified about the severity of her injuries, noting intense bruising.

McGregor has maintained that the encounter was consensual, describing the interaction as "athletic and vigorous, but not rough." He challenged the woman's account, calling it "a full-blown lie among many lies." His lawyer urged jurors to set aside any personal dislike for McGregor, emphasizing the need for objectivity. Despite the jury's ruling, McGregor announced plans to appeal, expressing disappointment with the outcome and the evidence presented.

The woman's lawyer, John Gordon, said she never pretended to be a saint and had gone out looking for a good time that ended up turning into a nightmare. Gordon said McGregor was angry about a fight he had lost in Las Vegas two months earlier and took it out on his client.
"He's not a man, he's a coward," Gordon told jurors. "A devious coward and you should treat him for what he is."

McGregor, the Irish-born mixed martial artist and former UFC champion, is often heralded as one of the greatest fighters in the history of the sport. His brash persona, unapologetic confidence, and undeniable skill inside the octagon have propelled him to global stardom. However, alongside his undeniable success, McGregor has built a reputation as the ultimate “bad boy” of MMA, with a series of controversies that have left fans and critics alike both amazed and horrified. From legal troubles to wild antics inside and outside the cage, McGregor’s rise to fame has been marked by a series of high-profile incidents that have cemented his reputation as one of the most polarizing figures in sports.

One of the most infamous moments in McGregor’s career—and arguably the catalyst for much of his subsequent controversy—occurred in April 2018 during UFC 223 media day in Brooklyn, New York. McGregor, upset about an altercation between his teammate Artem Lobov and Khabib Nurmagomedov, took matters into his own hands. In an unprecedented and violent outburst, McGregor and his entourage stormed a bus that was carrying fighters to the venue. Captured on video, the scene was chaotic. McGregor, enraged, threw a metal dolly (a type of cart used for transporting equipment) through the bus window, injuring several fighters inside. The damage caused was significant, and it led to an immediate suspension of McGregor from the UFC. Several fighters, including Michael Chiesa and Ray Borg, were injured by flying glass, resulting in cuts that forced them to withdraw from their respective bouts.

McGregor’s antics didn’t stop with the bus attack. In 2019, he was involved in another notorious incident at a UFC press event in Brooklyn. During a media scrum, McGregor allegedly attacked a man in an Irish pub in Miami. The altercation started when McGregor slapped the man, who was reportedly trying to take a picture with him. This incident was just one in a series of highly publicized episodes where McGregor’s actions appeared to be driven by his unchecked ego and temper. But that wasn’t all. McGregor’s reputation for causing trouble continued to snowball when he was caught on video hitting a man in the face during a confrontation at the Marble Arch pub in Dublin in 2019. The victim, who was reportedly an older man, had refused to take a shot of McGregor’s Proper No. Twelve whiskey. Instead of handling the situation calmly, McGregor launched into a physical altercation. This incident added to the growing list of McGregor’s legal problems, leading to questions about his mental state and his ability to manage his anger and celebrity.

Another dark chapter in McGregor’s controversial history emerged in the form of sexual assault allegations. In 2019, McGregor was investigated by the Irish police following claims of sexual assault in a Dublin hotel. The details of the case have been kept largely private, but McGregor was reportedly questioned in relation to the allegations. The incident caused a media frenzy, with McGregor’s name dragged through the mud as the investigation proceeded. Though McGregor was never formally charged with a crime in connection to the sexual assault claims, the fact that he was involved in such a high-profile investigation raised concerns about his personal conduct. The allegations added to the long-running narrative of McGregor’s bad-boy behavior, making it clear that the fighter was not just fighting inside the cage but also facing a series of personal battles outside it.

Even before the bus attack, McGregor had been known for his reckless behavior and occasional run-ins with the law. In 2017, he was involved in another controversy during the lead-up to his boxing match with Floyd Mayweather. In a series of online and offline exchanges, McGregor became increasingly aggressive, insulting Mayweather with a series of racial and personal attacks. McGregor’s use of derogatory language, including a racial slur aimed at Mayweather, was widely condemned by fans, critics, and other fighters. This incident sparked a fierce backlash, with many in the combat sports world accusing McGregor of crossing a line. His antics weren’t limited to verbal altercations. In 2016, McGregor faced legal issues after being caught on camera throwing a barricade through a bus window during an event, long before the infamous bus attack in 2018. He was charged with multiple crimes, leading to court appearances and fines, but it didn’t slow down his rise to fame or his reputation as a “wild card” fighter willing to do anything for attention.

One of the lesser-known but equally troubling controversies took place in 2019 in the Mediterranean. McGregor was allegedly involved in an incident in Corsica where he was accused of punching a man in a bar. The incident reportedly took place at a local bar, where McGregor allegedly assaulted a man who had tried to take a picture with him. The altercation led to McGregor being questioned by police, although he wasn’t charged. This event further showcased McGregor’s penchant for violent outbursts, especially when his personal space or ego was perceived to be threatened.

In addition to his violent outbursts, McGregor has had several run-ins with the law regarding driving offenses. In 2017, McGregor was caught speeding at over 100 miles per hour in a sports car, leading to a fine and a ban from driving for six months. These infractions seemed like a minor issue compared to the more serious controversies McGregor faced, but they nonetheless added to the narrative of a man who seemed to operate above the law, flaunting his wealth and success at every opportunity.