Conor McGregor headed for surgery after knee injury, UFC star shares
UFC star Conor McGregor announced he will undergo surgery for an ACL and meniscus injury sustained during his recent fight at UFC 329. He expects to be sidelined for approximately one year before returning to complete his contract.
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Hear this story Conor McGregor said he’s getting surgery, with the UFC star making the announcement on his Instagram account Monday Aug. 3.
The disclosure comes about three weeks after he apparently injured the ACL and meniscus in his right knee during his comeback fight July 11 at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
In his Instagram video, McGregor held a Louis Vuitton bag while speaking to the camera. “What’s up folks, it’s the Mac,’’ he said. “Off to get surgery today. So wish me well.’’
With that, he says, "I'm going to fuel up on a Mac Energy," reaches into a refrigerated case stocked with his own line of energy drinks and grabs a can. "Today, the Orange Cremsicle," he said. "Let's go, we got this."
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