Conor McGregor settles whiskey business dispute with Artem Lobov

Conor McGregor has reached a settlement with former sparring partner Artem Lobov over a legal dispute involving McGregor's Proper No. Twelve whiskey brand. Lobov had filed a lawsuit demanding a share of profits after McGregor sold his stake in Proper 12 to Proximo Spirits in 2021 for over $130 million. The case was scheduled for hearing in Dublin High Court on Wednesday but was settled before proceeding. McGregor's statement read in court expressed satisfaction with the resolution and thanked Lobov for his contribution to the whiskey business. Lobov stated he was happy with the outcome, while the judge noted the parties reached a reasonable agreement. McGregor was not present at the court proceedings and last fought in July 2021 when he lost to Dustin Poirier via leg injury.