Longo questions Prochazka's mental state, Ulberg denies mercy narrative

Ray Longo, coach to Merab Dvalishvili and Aljamain Sterling, called for discussion about mental health issues in MMA after Jiri Prochazka's loss, criticizing Prochazka's eccentric behavior and his claim that showing "mercy" caused his defeat. Carlos Ulberg rejected Prochazka's mercy explanation, stating that fear was the real issue and accusing Prochazka of making excuses to get a rematch. Ulberg also noted that Prochazka never congratulated him after the fight and suggested all his actions are calculated for public reaction. Donald Trump reportedly told Paulo Costa after his fight that he's "too beautiful to be a fighter." There are also reports of tension at City Kickboxing gym between top fighters Israel Adesanya and Carlos Ulberg, who haven't been seen together recently and don't publicly support each other's performances. Ulberg is suspected to have suffered an ACL tear, which typically requires 9-12 months recovery, though official confirmation is expected this week.