The days of individual, in-competition apparel deals are long gone for Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters, but not Conor McGregor.
On June 14, it was officially announced that McGregor's fantastical dream, a boxing showdown with 49-0 legend Floyd Mayweather Jr., would become a reality on Aug. 26. Now, it's been confirmed by the UFC lightweight champion's manager, Audie Attar, that McGregor won't be contractually bound or restrained in any way when it comes to seeking apparel sponsors for the bout with “Money Mayweather.”
“He’s currently a free agent with regard to athletic apparel.