How Sophie Cunningham's viral ring girl appearance happened at UFC 329
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA star and Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, made an unplanned appearance as a UFC ring girl at UFC 329, impressing fans during the event.
- UFC president Dana White revealed Cunningham's cameo was spontaneous, occurring about eight minutes before she walked the octagon during Paddy Pimblett's co-main event walkout.
- Pimblett won his fight quickly with a front headlock choke, energizing the crowd before the main event.
- The highly anticipated main event between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway ended abruptly after McGregor suffered a knee injury 69 seconds into the fight, disappointing fans.
- Despite the chaotic ending, Cunningham's unexpected participation added a positive highlight to an otherwise tumultuous UFC 329 event.
