Sean Strickland posted a highly critical tweet about New York and its residents ahead of his fight with Khamzat Chimaev in Newark, which is located near New York City. The post describes New York as a perfect example of what it means to be a Democrat, calling children, adults, and leaders pathetic. Strickland wrote that New York and the majority of its residents are a disgrace to America, stating people there are either criminals or rich individuals without principles. This inflammatory social media post comes at a time when fighters typically praise the local areas where they compete. The provocative comments represent a stark departure from the usual promotional approach fighters take before events.
