UFC President Dana White anticipates no repercussion for domestic violence incident

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UFC President Dana White does not anticipate facing disciplinary actions following the surfacing of a video that shows him in a physical altercation with his wife. The incident was the topic of discussion during a media day for UFC Fight Night 217 where White downplayed the potential repercussions and highlighted the detrimental impact of his absence on the UFC, its employees, and fighters. The video in question, procured by TMZ, reveals White and his wife Anne involved in a heated argument and ensuing slap exchange at a nightclub on New Year’s Eve in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. No legal charges have been pressed. Dialogues have been held with UFC owner Ari Emanuel and broadcaster ESPN to see what appropriate actions could be taken. Dana White has accepted the blame without making any excuses for his behavior and affirmed his stance against domestic violence. Meanwhile, the California Legislative Women’s Caucus has issued an open letter to Emanuel and Endeavor urging for White’s replacement as UFC President. There has been no response from Endeavor and ESPN has made a cursory statement about their continued coverage of the incident. The incident has led to TBS delaying the premiere of a Dana White reality series by a week.

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