The UFC’s return to Las Vegas is now official after the Nevada State Athletic Commission voted unanimously to approve two events, UFC on ESPN 9 and UFC 250, set to take place at the UFC APEX.
The commission also unanimously approved new COVID-19 protocols to allow the regulation of events without a live audience present. Details on the protocols were sparse, with one commissioner inquiring about contact tracing of any potential post-event positives for the virus. A public records request with the commission is pending.
NSAC Executive Director Bob Bennett said the commission worked “hand in glove” with the UFC on the formulation of the protocols and added “everything is moving along according to their operation plan and our protocols.