UFC middleweight Sean Strickland posted a harsh criticism of New York on social media ahead of his fight against Khamzat Chimaev in Newark, New Jersey. Rather than the typical promotional approach of complimenting the host city, Strickland called New York "a perfect example of what it means to be a Democrat" and said the city and most of its residents are "a disgrace to America." He stated people there are either criminals or wealthy individuals without backbone. Newark's Prudential Center is located just 35 minutes from Central Park in Manhattan. Strickland's controversial comments continue his pattern of provocative public statements.
