HDNET’S “INSIDE MMA”: CONDIT DID NOT STEP ASIDE FROM TITLE SHOT

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(PRESS RELEASE) -- In a special “Inside MMA” - live from the Lemp Brewery in St. Louis, MO - Malki Kawa, president of First Round Management and the agent for Carlos Condit, released this exclusive statement about Condit’s recent situation with the UFC:

“We are obviously disappointed in the UFC’s decision to cancel its commitment with Carlos Condit to give another fighter an opportunity at the Welterweight title based on emotional reactions from UFC 137. Contrary to what has been stated, Carlos did not step aside to allow this to happen, and would not just hand over an opportunity for him to achieve his greatest career goal, one that he has earned through his strong performances in the Octagon. No option was given to him.

For the second time in less than two weeks, Carlos has had an opportunity swept out from beneath his feet. He has shown nothing but pure class in his drive to the title, and will continue to do so. Carlos does not need motivation to fight for the title, he already has it.

This situation will only motivate Carlos more. He will move forward and continue to train at the level that has made him the legitimate number one contender for the UFC Welterweight championship, and he is looking forward to the opportunity to earn that title.”

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