Conor McGregor can’t seem to catch a break these days. The UFC superstar is no stranger to controversy, but his legal troubles are reaching new heights. Just when he thought things couldn’t get more complicated after losing his recent civil assault case, another massive legal challenge is waiting in the wings.
This time, the trouble comes from an old friend turned legal opponent. Artem Lobov, McGregor’s former training partner, is taking him to court over their whiskey business. The dispute goes back to November 2022, when Lobov claimed McGregor cut him out of the Proper No.12 Whiskey sales deal. What started as a partnership has turned into a potential financial nightmare for the Irish fighter.
Sources suggest Conor McGregor could be looking at an $8.3 million lawsuit if things go south in January’s court battle. An insider spilled the beans, noting that this case is coming at the worst possible time for McGregor. He’s already reeling from the recent Nikita Hand case, which cost him a quarter of a million dollars and took a serious hit to his reputation.
Conor McGregor is now facing ANOTHER courtroom battle on top of his appeal against the Nikita Hand verdict
— ACD MMA (@acdmma_) November 25, 2024
Artem Lobov is due to have a high court date with him in January and is suing him for $8 million
He claims he is owed a 5% stake in Proper 12 Whiskey
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Artem Lobov maintains he was the brains behind the whiskey concept, dedicating years to helping McGregor build the brand. Now, he wants his due compensation, and he is approaching the court to get what he sees as justice.
Fight Fans React To Conor McGregor’s Legal Misfortunes
Conor McGregor, once the golden boy of UFC, has transformed into a walking legal soap opera. His reputation has taken more hits than a punching bag in a heavyweight training session.
Combat sports enthusiasts are having a field day with McGregor‘s misfortunes. Memes are flying fast in the comment section. Some fans see this as karma for his actions. Others, however, feel he is being unfairly targeted. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
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Fuck artem he’s a little rat fuck, Conor flew to America to stand on business for him against khabib, then he does some bs like this
— Coked out Jones (@Cokedoutjones) November 25, 2024
I understand Dee is living lavish by sticking with Conor but damn…she has been getting done BAD by Conor for years. She held this man down when he was on welfare and now a days he embarrasses her any chance he gets. Truly sad.
— Liam (@LFC_Liam66) November 25, 2024
Conor went to war against Khabib for Artem, just for Artem to do this😂 This is why Conor and Khabib should finally make peace woth each other and hunt down Artem in his sleep
— Wumbo (@Wumbo_x13) November 25, 2024
Proper 12 is not worth $160m
— Mischa Talokonnikoff (@MisterMischa) November 25, 2024
THE GOAT! ..and mcgregor.
— CommittedMMA (@CommittedMMA) November 25, 2024
Despite the legal challenges, Conor McGregor remains a polarizing figure. His ability to generate conversation hasn’t diminished, even if his fighting prowess seems to have. Fans continue to debate his legacy, his actions, and his future in and out of the ring.
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