Dana White expresses emotions during Sal Everett's DWCS victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Dana White managed his emotions while watching Sal Everett win on Dana White's Contender Series in Las Vegas on October 6. Everett knocked out Ozzy Martin to improve his record to 5-0 as a welterweight and earn a UFC contract. White praised Everett's performance and character but felt the need to maintain neutrality during the fight, considering the challenges faced by Martin. After the fight, White indicated that Everett's new contract could change his life, suggesting he may no longer need to work in his previous role as a runner.
- •Sal Everett knocks out Ozzy Martin at DWCS on October 6.
- •Everett improves to 5-0 as a welterweight with the win.
- •Dana White praises Everett's character and skill after the fight.
- •White considered addressing Martin before the fight to maintain fairness.
- •Everett's new contract could allow him to leave his previous job.
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Dana White explains balancing emotions for UFC employee Sal Everett's DWCS win
"Dana White said to attempt to level the emotional playing field, he almost did something he's never done before a DWCS fight.
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