More details are coming out on the reported waiver relating to coronavirus matters that were signed by participants at UFC 249.
Initially discussed by the New York Times and Yahoo Sports, the waiver allows the UFC to revoke “purses, win bonuses, other fight-related bonuses and event-based merchandise royalties” if any of the fighters criticize the promotion’s precautions, “whether relating to COVID-19 or otherwise.”
ESPN has also now followed up, revealing that those asked to sign the waivers aren’t just fighters. According to the outlet, “participants” as defined and encompassed in the document, includes everyone “involved in the fight card” and “including media in attendance.