Ray Longo criticizes Prochazka's mental state; Ulberg disputes mercy claim

Ray Longo, coach to Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling, criticized Jiri Prochazka's post-fight explanation that he showed mercy to Carlos Ulberg, suggesting it reflects mental health issues in MMA. Longo stated Prochazka simply made a serious mistake rather than showing compassion. Meanwhile, Carlos Ulberg rejected Prochazka's mercy narrative, claiming fear and hesitation drove Prochazka's actions, not compassion. Ulberg suggested Prochazka is playing to the audience and making excuses to secure a rematch, which Ulberg believes won't happen. The post also notes apparent tension at City Kickboxing gym between Israel Adesanya and Ulberg, with the two no longer seen together or supporting each other publicly. President Trump reportedly told Paulo Costa after his fight that he's "too handsome to be a fighter."