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The notion of a disreputable individual entering combat sports is hardly an unprecedented development. Over the years, there have been plenty of flawed figures who made their livings fighting other human beings for money. However, even in that world, the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s decision on June 12 to sign Greg Hardy to a developmental contract raised a lot of eyebrows.