Sean Strickland insults New York ahead of UFC Newark fight with Chimaev

Sean Strickland posted harsh criticism of New York and its residents on social media ahead of his fight with Khamzat Chimaev in Newark, New Jersey. The bout is scheduled to take place at Prudential Center, approximately 35 minutes from Central Park in Manhattan. Rather than the typical athlete approach of praising the local area, Strickland called New York "a perfect example of what it means to be a Democrat" and stated that the city and most of its residents are "a disgrace to America." His tweet declared that New Yorkers are either criminals or wealthy individuals without principles. The comments represent an unusual promotional approach before a major UFC event.