November 16, 2023
UFC’s Long-Awaited Return to China Hits a Logistical Snag, Relocates to Las Vegas
In a surprising turn of events, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced on Thursday that its much-anticipated event in China, marking the return since the Covid pandemic, will now take place in Las Vegas due to unforeseen “logistical issues.”
Initially scheduled for December 9 in Shanghai, Fight Night has been redirected to the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, maintaining the same date, according to a UFC spokesperson. The sudden change has sparked curiosity among fans, with no specific details provided regarding the nature of the logistical challenges.
The Shanghai event had promised exciting bouts for the Road to UFC, showcasing emerging talents vying for coveted UFC contracts. While UFC boasts a state-of-the-art training and performance center in Shanghai, the last UFC event in China took place in 2019 in Shenzhen.
China’s stringent travel and quarantine restrictions, implemented in early 2020 to curb the pandemic’s spread, have significantly impacted international sports events. Most events were canceled until late last year when Beijing lifted restrictions, allowing a gradual return to normalcy.
As UFC enthusiasts brace for this unexpected twist, the anticipation grows for the event’s new setting in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for updates on the UFC’s rollercoaster journey and the exhilarating matchups that await at the UFC APEX! 🥊✨ #UFCCurveball #ChinaShowdownInVegas #UFC2023 https://www.sportiwe.com/
