UFC fighter Kevin Holland made headlines when he went over to shake former President Donald Trump’s hand after winning his match against middleweight opponent Michal Oleksiejczuk at the UFC 302 mixed martial arts event in Newark, New Jersey on Saturday evening. The victory was significant for Holland, as he was reported to have broken Oleksiejczuk’s arm during the fight and ultimately won by submission in the first round.
The MMA Fighting website reported that Holland secured a technical submission win when the match stopped due to the broken arm. This marks another notable victory for Holland, who has been steadily making a name for himself in the world of mixed martial arts.
Another UFC fighter, Sean Strickland, was seen celebrating his win alongside Trump and even took a photo with him. Strickland expressed his support for the former president, stating, “President Trump, you’re the man, bro. It is a damn travesty what they’re doing to you.” He further pledged to donate to Trump’s cause and encouraged others to do the same.
When Trump arrived at the UFC 302 event, he was met with a “thunderous applause” from the audience, showing their unwavering support despite his recent legal troubles. The former president was convicted by a Manhattan jury on 34 counts of falsifying business records in the first degree, related to payments made to adult entertainment star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential election.
Despite these legal setbacks, Trump remains a popular figure among many UFC fans and athletes, as evidenced by the enthusiastic reception he received at the event. The crowd could be heard chanting “F**k Joe Biden” and “We Love Trump” during the match, moments after the former president had entered the arena and received a standing ovation. This outpouring of support highlights the enduring popularity of Donald Trump among some segments of American society, even as his political career faces challenges in the court system.