Conor McGregor settles legal dispute with Artem Lobov over whiskey business

Conor McGregor has resolved a legal dispute with former sparring partner Artem Lobov regarding McGregor's Proper No. Twelve whiskey brand. Lobov had filed a lawsuit demanding a share of profits from the brand, which McGregor reportedly sold to Proximo Spirits in 2021 for over $130 million. The case was scheduled for hearing in Dublin High Court on Wednesday, but the parties reached a settlement agreement before proceedings. McGregor's statement expressed satisfaction with the resolution and allowed him to focus on training for an upcoming summer fight, while thanking Lobov for his contribution to the whiskey business. Lobov stated he was happy with the outcome, though financial terms were not disclosed. McGregor last fought in July 2021, losing to Dustin Poirier after suffering a broken leg.