UFC SALE IS COMPLETE AND OWNERS SEND LETTER TO FIGHTERS
Las Vegas, NV (August 20th, 2016)– According to MMA Fighting, Lorenzo Fertitta had his final day in the offices as CEO last Wednesday, and UFC 202 will be the first event under the full control of the new owners.
The UFC was sold by Zuffa for 4 billion right after UFC 200 in July.
“UFC Athletes
Our team’s been honored to represent UFC and work with a number of you on the entertainment side for the past few years. We’ve had a front row seat as both a partner and as a fan to witness your dedication to this sport and UFC’s remarkable work in growing MMA’s popularity and elevating the organization on a global scale.
We couldn’t be more excited for what the future holds for UFC and for all of you. As UFC’s new operating partner, we will be working with Dana and the UFC team to amplify the work that’s already been done by mobilizing all of the sports and entertainment assets we have available to us in our international network.
We look forward to working with you and welcome any ideas and feedback as we begin this new chapter together.
Ari Emmanuel & Patrick Whitesell, Co-CEOs, WME/IMG.”
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