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Conor McGregor battles drone for drink while recovering from surgery

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:59 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Conor McGregor battles drone for drink while recovering from surgery

Summary

Conor McGregor, currently recovering from ACL surgery after injuring his knee against Max Holloway at UFC 329, attempts to retrieve a can of Mac from a flying drone. The surgery followed a brief comeback that ended in under a minute due to injury. McGregor, in a leg cast and using crutches, displayed determination as he reached for the drone, eventually succeeding after a struggle. He is reportedly in good spirits and expected to make a full recovery, possibly returning to the Octagon next summer pending any setbacks.

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By the Numbers

•McGregor had ACL surgery after injury at UFC 329
•He successfully caught a drone while on crutches
•His recovery time may allow for an Octagon return next summer
•The comeback had set a record gate for the UFC

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12:59 PMYahoo Sports — Video! Hobbled Conor McGregor Battles High-Flying Drone For Can Of Mac

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Conor McGregor is currently recovering from ACL surgery, but that isn’t the only battle the former UFC double champion has fought outside of the Octagon. It has taken a few weeks, but McGregor finally had his ACL repaired after blowing his knee out against Max Holloway at UFC 329 last month (watch HERE). McGregor’s long-awaited […]
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