Sean Strickland attacks New York ahead of Chimaev fight in Newark

UFC middleweight Sean Strickland has posted a controversial message on social media ahead of his upcoming fight with Khamzat Chimaev in Newark, New Jersey. Rather than the typical promotional approach of praising the local area, Strickland attacked New York and its residents in harsh terms. In his tweet, Strickland called New York "a perfect example of what it means to be a Democrat" and described the 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 without a backbone." The fight will take place in Newark, which is about 35 minutes from Central Park in Manhattan.