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Conor McGregor withdrew his candidacy for president

Conor McGregor withdrew his candidacy for president

Former UFC champion and one of the world's most famous fighters, Conor McGregor, has announced his decision to withdraw from the race for the Irish presidency. His statement on this matter was published on his personal social media page.

"I made this decision after careful consideration and in consultation with my family. "It wasn't easy to withdraw my candidacy from the presidential race, but in the current situation, I believe this is the best way," wrote Conor McGregor.

As a reminder, the presidential election in Ireland is scheduled for November 11, 2025. On September 4th of this year, Conor McGregor officially announced his entry into the presidential race. His entry into politics aroused great interest not only in Ireland but also in the world community.

Many fans and analysts assessed McGregor's participation in the election as a surprise. The reason is that he has been active in the sports world for many years and has gained fame as a professional UFC fighter. Therefore, his appearance on the political stage was seen by many as an unusual event.

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