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What happened to Conor McGregor? UFC return over in just 69 seconds after knee injury

The Standard

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July 12, 2026

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What happened to Conor McGregor? UFC return over in just 69 seconds after knee injury

McGregor’s comeback after five years at UFC 329 ended fast as Max Holloway takes technical win

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The West Australian

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· Jul 12, 2026

Injured McGregor brought to his knees in UFC return

A knee injury to Conor McGregor had brought an early end to the Irishman's return to the octagon at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.

Irish Star

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· Jul 7, 2026

UFC commentator saw Conor McGregor's comeback dashed after unexpected injury

Footage released by the UFC has revealed the moment Conor McGregor broke his toe ahead of his scheduled return fight against Michael Chandler in 2024, and one UFC commentator was there to see it

NBC Sports

· Jul 7, 2026

NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson played through an arm injury in the Finals that required surgery

When did Jalen Brunson have surgery, and how long will the injury keep him out for?

The Standard

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· Jul 12, 2026

McGregor vs Holloway LIVE: Updates as Conor McGregor suffers major injury blow on UFC return

Conor McGregor’s long-awaited UFC comeback against Max Holloway over in just 69 seconds

GiveMeSport

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· Jul 12, 2026

UFC 329: Excruciating Moment Conor McGregor Blew His Leg Out vs Max Holloway

The excruciating moment Conor McGregor blew his leg out AGAIN vs Max Holloway at UFC 329

Football | The Guardian

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· Jun 22, 2026

World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s story continues; L’Équipe apologises to Doku over ‘disgusting’ comments – live

All the latest news from day 11 of the tournament Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail usBeiranvand, by the way, holds the world record for the longest throw in a competitive match – 61.0026m – and for the longest drop-kick, 78.014m. Not bad for someone who was once sleeping rough.But let’s return to Iran for a moment. Their goalie, Alireza Beiranvand – or “The Wall of Persia” as he’s known – had to run away from home to become a footballer, his old fella less than enchanted by the ruse and cutting up his gloves. I wonder how he feels now his boy has been player of the match at a World Cup. Continue reading...

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Related coverage for "What happened to Conor McGregor? UFC return over in just 69 seconds after knee injury": The West Australian — Injured McGregor brought to his knees in UFC return. Irish Star — UFC commentator saw Conor McGregor's comeback dashed after unexpected injury. NBC Sports — NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson played through an arm injury in the Finals that required surgery. The Standard — McGregor vs Holloway LIVE: Updates as Conor McGregor suffers major injury blow on UFC return. GiveMeSport — UFC 329: Excruciating Moment Conor McGregor Blew His Leg Out vs Max Holloway. Football | The Guardian — World Cup 2026: Cape Verde’s story continues; L’Équipe apologises to Doku over ‘disgusting’ comments – live