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UFC Fight Night in London: Post-Bout Altercation Between Rock, Al-Selwady
Following their match at UFC Fight Night in London, Shaqueme Rock and Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady engaged in a physical altercation. The UFC and athletic commissions may review the incident for possible disciplinary action.
Tempers flared after the conclusion of the Rock versus Al-Selwady fight at the O2 Arena in London, England. After the final horn sounded at the UFC Fight Night event, Al-Selwady, believing he had won, turned away with his hands raised. Rock then moved toward Al-Selwady, attempting a handshake, but Al-Selwady rejected the gesture and cursed at Rock. Rock then tapped Al-Selwady lightly on the cheek, and Al-Selwady retaliated with a punch that missed. The referee and other officials then separated the two fighters. The pair did eventually shake hands after Al-Selwady was declared the winner by judges' unanimous decision.
Key Facts
- Shaqueme Rock and Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady fought at UFC Fight Night at the O2 Arena in London.
- The fight occurred at a UFC Fight Night event in London, England.
- Al-Selwady won the fight by unanimous decision.
- After the fight's conclusion, Al-Selwady and Rock were involved in a physical altercation.
- Al-Selwady shrugged off Rock's handshake attempt and cursed at him.
- Rock tapped Al-Selwady on the cheek, prompting Al-Selwady to throw a punch that missed.
- Officials separated the fighters after the post-match altercation.
- The UFC may consider supplemental discipline.