Conor McGregor has lost his appeal of a civil jury verdict in favor of a woman who said she was raped by the UFC fighter in Dublin in December 2018. The verdict, which was reached after a lengthy legal process, represents a significant setback for the former UFC welterweight champion, who had previously faced multiple allegations of misconduct.
The woman’s legal team had argued that the jury’s decision was based on credible evidence of the incident, which she described as a traumatic experience. McGregor’s defense had insisted that the allegations were unfounded and that he was not the person responsible for the incident.
The loss of the appeal means that the civil case will proceed to the next stage, potentially leading to further legal consequences for McGregor. While the decision does not impact his criminal case, it could have repercussions on his personal and professional life, particularly in the realm of sports and public perception.