Sean Strickland calls New York 'disgrace to America' ahead of UFC 328

Sean Strickland posted a provocative tweet criticizing New York and its residents ahead of his fight in nearby Newark at UFC 328. In his tweet, Strickland called New York "the perfect example of what it means to be a Democrat" and described children, adults, and leaders as "pathetic." He stated that New York and the majority of its residents are "a disgrace to America," adding that people there are "either a criminal or a rich pussy with no backbone." The post notes that Newark is very close to New York, approximately 35 minutes from Prudential Center to Central Park, making Strickland's comments particularly antagonistic to the local fanbase.