Sean Strickland posts controversial criticism of New York ahead of Newark bout

Sean Strickland has stirred controversy ahead of his fight against Khamzat Chimaev in Newark, New Jersey, with harsh comments about New York City. While Newark is located just 35 minutes from Central Park, Strickland took to social media to criticize New York as an example of Democratic governance. In his tweet, he called the city's children, adults, and leaders 'pathetic' and described New York and the majority of its residents as a 'disgrace to America.' He stated that people there are either criminals or wealthy individuals without backbone. This represents a sharp departure from the typical athlete approach of praising host cities before major events.