The fans in Paris made a strong impression at the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s second event in France on Saturday.
heavyweight headliner. The numerous French fighters on the card drew loud ovations and brought a palpable energy to the audience — something that was noticeable to UFC officials.“Last year our feeling was it’s first time in market, we worked so hard to get legalization in France. First time effect — great,” he added. “The event was a huge success.
“The pent up demand is one major contributor to the overall success,” Shaw said. “There’s also a long history of martial arts in this country and the power of judo, karate, wrestling and boxing for so long. Our sport is one for a much younger demographic. I think this entry of MMA into France was a long time coming but something that has a discernable connection to the community in a lot of ways across the country.
“We said it for many years as we were going through the legalization process that this is a destination we want to be in every year,” Shaw said. “… Next year it’s going to be a different puzzle but absolutely it’s top of the list for us to come here every year.”
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