The UFC 329 fight card has been finalized, with Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson sliding down from the main card to the preliminary portion of the event.
The UFC 329 fight card has been locked in, with Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson reassigned from the main card to the preliminary bouts ahead of the July 11 event.
Steveson's slide down the card is a notable development for one of the most hyped prospects in recent UFC history. The Minnesota native parlayed a 2020 Tokyo Olympic gold medal in freestyle wrestling into a professional mixed martial arts career, carrying the kind of amateur pedigree that rarely enters the sport. No verified professional record or divisional ranking data is available in the current database to provide further statistical context on his MMA career to date.
Why it matters
- Steveson's move off the main card could reflect matchmaking adjustments, pacing decisions, or changes elsewhere on the bill, though no official explanation has been provided.
- His placement on the prelims rather than the main card may affect his visibility with casual audiences tuning in specifically for the top-billed fights.
- Fans tracking his professional development will still have the opportunity to see him compete on July 11, just in an earlier slot than previously scheduled.
The full UFC 329 card is now set, with Steveson's bout slotted into the preliminary portion of what shapes up as a significant summer event.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
