Paulo Costa criticizes UFC bonus decision after UFC event

Paulo Costa is upset that Josh Howitt received a double bonus while Costa himself received no bonus at a recent UFC event. Costa argued that Howitt's heavyweight bout was excellent but that his own performance was more deserving, having finished an undefeated Russian opponent 16-0 with a dominant three-round striking display. Costa stated he was so frustrated that he messaged Dana White and Hunter Campbell, believing he earned the performance bonus and calling the decision unfair. He expressed hope that UFC leadership would reconsider the decision, as he believes it was a mistake. Costa described feeling extremely negative emotions about the situation.