Din Thomas has issued an apology to fighter Gillian Robertson following controversy surrounding his abrupt retirement announcement from coaching. The incident occurred after Robertson’s defeat at UFC 330, when Thomas publicly declared he would be stepping away from his role as a corner person for fighters competing in the organization.
Thomas characterized his announcement as “irresponsible,” acknowledging that the timing and manner in which he communicated his decision were inappropriate. The sudden proclamation sparked significant discussion within the UFC community and among fans who questioned the circumstances that prompted such an immediate career shift.
The apology represents Thomas’s effort to address the fallout from his impulsive statement and to repair his relationship with Robertson. By taking responsibility for the way he handled the situation, Thomas appears committed to moving forward constructively with the fighter and the broader MMA coaching community.
Originally reported by Cbssports →
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