While were at it, fook Showtime too, said McGregor. CONOR McGregor took no prisoners in his 10-minute, braggadocious, expletive-ridden attack on boxing opponent Floyd Mayweather Jr in Canada, even firing shots at the boss of the bouts exclusive broadcaster and major sponsor, Showtime. "No, we definitely did not cut it," Espinoza said. McGregor announced he suspects Showtime, which has broadcast Floyd Mayweather Jr.s last six pay-per-view boxing matches and is handling their coming Aug. 26 novelty match from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, intentionally silenced the Irish UFC champion after he urged Mayweather to show the taxman a $100-million check that Mayweather produced on stage Tuesday. Showtime Sports executive Stephen Espinoza responded on Twitter that White must be upset that Showtime was telling the truth about MayMac being the second biggest pay-per-view event of all time (4.3 million pay-per-view buys) behind Mayweather vs. Pacquiao, not No. And it wasnt backstage saying, Hey, Im doing it for the good of the show. The reality is you see what some athletes whether combat sports or otherwise the need to invent enemies and invent opponents to motivate. Espinoza said the massive media interest in Tuesdays event led to McGregors radio silence. This came one day after the 40-year-old Mayweather (49-0, 26 KOs) turned back the clock in terms of his salesmanship to edge out McGregor. Eligibility restrictions apply. CONOR MCGREGOR DESTROYS SHOWTIME AND STEPHEN ESPINOZA!!! NFL Draft winners and losers: The Lions hit a home run on Day 2. Follow along with the picks for the 2023 NFL Draft. On Tuesday, McGregors attempts to answer Mayweathers slams were muted. Im a big boy. He is a proud alum of Northwestern University and The Daily Northwestern. At the end of the day, Im a big boy and I still got two more opportunities to respond if I need to., Gervonta Davis Next 2 Big Possible Fights, Eubank Jr.s Career On The Line, Diaz Turns Himself In, Joe Schilling Cleared Of Battery And Negligence, Gervonta Davis Next 2 Big Possible Fights, Eubank, Henry Cejudo Already Looking Past His Fight With, WBO Champion Robeisy Ramirez Set To Defend His Belt, This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Espinoza said Wednesday that it was technical difficulties at Staples Center and not a Showtime choice to mute The Notorious.. I'm a boxing fan through and through.. They are trying to set me up at every turn here. Be the first one to comment on this story. Conor McGregor speaks during the World Press Tour at Budweiser Stage in Toronto. McGregor was upset that his microphone was cut off Tuesday during the MayMac World Tour stop in Los Angeles. This site is for informational and entertainment purposes only. And during the heated build up to the blockbuster bout, the UFC superstar called Showtime's Espinoza a "weasel". What happened between Conor McGregor and Showtime Sports president Stephen Espinoza. WORLDWIDE. Look at you, you little fooking weasel. "They're trying to set me up at every turn out here," McGregor said. 1. Its certainly not somebody that has come after me as a network. Im not sure whether its part of the show, Espinoza said. You're a little f---ing bitch," McGregor said. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies.
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