Conor McGregor was initially rejected by the UFC, impressing White

The Irishman has a prosperous lifestyle and makes a significant income from the UFC and its numerous commercial endeavours.

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He has a history of brutal attacks inside the ring and brutal trash-talking on the microphone.

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He was often turned down by the UFC in his early career. McGregor initially desired to compete as a "featherweight."

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However, "The Notorious One" made the decision to join "Cage Warriors" and move up a division to lightweight.

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After impressing him during dinner, Dana White, the UFC president, signed the young McGregor.

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Based just on his demeanour, McGregor has the potential to be a superstar.

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I'm not sure if this man is a fighter, but if he can even throw a punch,

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In addition to his regular income, he also received a $50,000 performance bonus for taking part and succeeding.

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Through him, Dana White was also conducting substantial business, and he obviously wanted to maintain that.

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The gathering came to a close with a doubles race in Dana White's magnificent Ferrari in Las Vegas.

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