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Coach John Kavanagh says Conor McGregor is motivated by competition, not money.

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Although Conor McGregor is marketed as a charismatic Irishman with an unhealthy obsession with money and three piece suits, 'The Notorious' is also a dedicated student of combat sports and, mixed martial arts, in particular.

In the lead-up to arguably the biggest fight in combat sports history, Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr., much of the focus has been on one thing: money.

McGregor's full paycheck hasn't been disclosed, but it's expected that the 28-year-old megastar will make $100 million on August 26. Given that he'll be making infinitely more money than he would in the UFC, fans have predicted that the lightweight champion will retire after his boxing showdown with Mayweather.