Colby Covington blasts Justin Gaethje after Ilia Topuria upset at UFC Freedom 250

Colby Covington has no time for Justin Gaethje’s White House coronation after the lightweight pulled off the biggest upset in UFC history on 14 June.

What did Covington say about Gaethje’s win?

Covington called Gaethje “still terrible” and “not a good fighter” in an interview ahead of his RAF return this weekend. He also floated a conspiracy theory, claiming he’d seen “rocks in his gloves” in post-fight photos. “Little duck-lip Gaethje,” Covington told MMA Fighting. “He’s still terrible.”

Why does Covington still doubt Gaethje?

Covington pointed to Ilia Topuria’s personal struggles as the real reason Gaethje won. Topuria had just returned from a break after his messy split from his ex-wife became public. “Look at what Ilia had to go through,” Covington said. “His mind was not on the fight. You could tell. The whole world was against him and he was fighting uphill.”

What’s next for Colby Covington?

Covington steps into the cage on 18 July at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena to face Arman Tsarukyan for the inaugural RAF crossover championship. The belt is reserved for athletes who’ve made names in other combat sports. Tsarukyan and Covington have been RAF’s flag bearers since the promotion launched.

Did Gaethje’s win really change anything?

Covington’s barbs ignore Gaethje’s 14 June finish. The American became the first undisputed UFC champ to win in the White House as a sizable underdog. Gaethje’s mom even told JD Vance he’s “done fighting” in a leaked Oval Office clip. Yet Covington’s verdict stays firm: Gaethje still sucks.