Dana White addresses Chimaev's weight struggles and career success

Dana White addressed why Hamzat Chimaev started at welterweight and now struggles to make middleweight, suggesting that success and lifestyle changes complicate weight management. Despite the weight issues, White believes Chimaev has fully realized his potential. White stated that when you first see someone special and they eventually become a UFC champion, that represents 100% fulfillment of potential. The comments came after UFC 328 and Chimaev's announcement about moving to light heavyweight. White's remarks suggest that Chimaev's career trajectory, despite the weight challenges, has met expectations from his early promise.