”Return of The Mac” – This is what Conor McGregor is announcing, implying his confirmed presence at the UFC event in the White House on the American Independence Day. Without mincing words, McGregor stated straight out that the show belongs to him. While out in NYC last week, the media had a chance to interact briefly with the 37-year-old UFC star, who expressed immense enthusiasm about the grand event scheduled for the Fourth of July, 2026.
McGregor appeared to be in high spirits, teeming with anticipation and energy for the upcoming event. He couldn’t help but express his excitement. He said, ”I’m extremely thrilled and can’t wait for the event, I’m all set and geared; can’t wait to get started,” indicating his pumped-up spirits and readiness for the upcoming event.
It is important to note that McGregor last stepped into the ring in 2021, where he met a defeat against Dustin Poirier, and hasn’t fought since. Yet, his excitement for the coming fight is palpable. In fact, he can’t seem to contain his enthusiasm, suggesting why wait until July, why not make it happen sooner?
McGregor, who is known for his surprises, suggested that he often celebrates his big events ahead of time, and this could well be one of them. When probed further about his participation in the comeback event at 1600 Penn, his reply was a confident affirmation, ”Absolutely, it’s my event, indeed”.
McGregor made it quite clear that he ‘owns’ the event. His unwavering confidence underpins his readiness to return to the Octagon after the hiatus. He is eagerly looking forward to it, making it clear: this event is his domain.
However, he is not the only one. Michael Chandler, another UFC talent, warmly awaits McGregor’s comeback. Chandler has been vocal about wanting to conclude his season of ”The Ultimate Fighter” in a match against the returnee kingpin. So the stage could be set for a thrilling encounter between these two.
Interestingly, his interaction with the media wasn’t all about the UFC, McGregor also touched upon recent support he received from the billionaire mastermind, Elon Musk. He revered Musk as an ‘authentic superhero,’ displaying their camaraderie in the limelight.
Apart from moral support, McGregor revealed that Musk had also proposed to provide financial aid but clarified that he hasn’t felt the need for any monetary backing at this juncture. His primary focus appears to be the upcoming fight and return to the ring with a bang.
During his interaction, a question was posed about his interest in the presidency in his home country and if it implied a shift of focus from fighting. It’s noteworthy that McGregor’s love for Ireland is deep-seated and significant.
In response, McGregor affirmed that Ireland has been and continues to be his heartfelt passion. However, he did not hint at any possibility of shifting his primary focus away from his fighting career. Judging from his anticipation for the next fight, it appears clear that he remains committed to his sport.
With the chatter around his expected return, UFC fans around the world are waiting with bated breath for McGregor’s comeback. With Independence Day 2026 earmarked for the event, the anticipation continues to grow around McGregor’s performance and future plans.
Without a doubt, this event signifies a lot more than just a fight for McGregor. It is a comeback, a comeback into the sport he loves, in a style that only he can pull off. Rest assured, it would be an event to watch out.
to sum up, while anticipation for the event continues to grow, confirmations of McGregor’s participation and his enthusiasm send a clear message to UFC’s fans – The Mac is truly and indeed back!
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