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 seeking a share of profits after McGregor reportedly sold his stake in the brand to Proximo Spirits for over $130 million in 2021. The case was scheduled for hearing at Dublin High Court but was settled before proceedings. McGregor's statement expressed satisfaction with the resolution and mentioned his focus on training for an upcoming summer fight. Lobov stated he was happy with the outcome, though specific settlement terms were not disclosed. McGregor did not attend the court hearings.
Conor McGregor and former training partner Artem Lobov have reached an out-of-court settlement in a legal dispute tied to McGregor's Proper No. Twelve Irish whiskey brand, with both parties confirming they are satisfied with the outcome though specific financial terms were not disclosed.
Lobov had filed a lawsuit seeking a share of the profits from the brand, which McGregor reportedly sold to Proximo Spirits for more than $130 million in 2021. The case was listed for hearing at Dublin High Court but was resolved before formal proceedings could get underway. McGregor did not attend the court hearings, and neither side revealed the terms of the agreement.
McGregor, 37, is one of combat sports' most recognizable figures, holding a professional MMA record of 22-6-0. The Dubliner competes at SBG Ireland and has built a reputation as one of the sport's most prolific strikers, landing 5.32 significant strikes per minute at a 49 percent accuracy rate across his career. In a statement, he expressed satisfaction with the resolution and indicated his attention has turned to training ahead of a planned summer fight.
Lobov, also 39 and based in Ireland, trains alongside McGregor at SBG Ireland and carries a professional record of 13-15-1. Known by the nickname "The Russian Hammer," the southpaw featherweight averages 3.52 significant strikes per minute and has been a long-standing presence in McGregor's camp. He too expressed satisfaction with how the matter concluded.
Why it matters
- The settlement closes a legal chapter that had the potential to draw significant public scrutiny to McGregor's business dealings ahead of his return to competition.
- Lobov's claim centered on his alleged contribution to the Proper No. Twelve brand, raising broader questions about fighter partnerships in athlete-led business ventures.
- With the dispute resolved, McGregor can direct full attention toward his stated preparation for a summer fight.
