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Conor McGregor Named One of World’s 100 Most Influential People by Time

Conor McGregor’s impact on the combat sports world is undeniable, and the UFC’s most prominent star continues to receive recognition for his work.

The lightweight champion on Thursday was named to the Time 100, the outlet’s annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Ex-bantamweight queen Ronda Rousey made the list in 2016. McGregor’s passage is written by bodybuilder, movie star and former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger. The SBG Ireland native is listed in the “Pioneers” category by Time, an eclectic list that includes Ivanka Trump and Chance the Rapper, among others.