Din Thomas apologizes to Gillian Robertson after UFC 330 decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Din Thomas expressed regret to Gillian Robertson following his retirement announcement after her decision loss to Mackenzie Dern at UFC 330. The incident drew criticism as he revealed his intention to step away from cornering fighters during a post-fight broadcast, which many viewed as disrespectful. In a subsequent YouTube show, Thomas stated he should have waited to express his feelings and acknowledged the emotional toll the loss took on him. He emphasized his long-standing support for Robertson and apologized for overshadowing her achievement.
- •Gillian Robertson lost to Mackenzie Dern at UFC 330.
- •Din Thomas announced his retirement from cornering fighters post-fight.
- •Thomas apologized to Robertson for his timing and behavior.
- •He emphasized their long working relationship over seven years.
- •Thomas addressed the emotional strain following the loss.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Din Thomas apologizes for 'despicable' UFC 330 remarks after Gillian Robertson's loss: 'I'm ashamed'
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Coach apologizes to Gillian Robertson for ‘despicable’ decision at UFC 330
"Thomas, Robertson's longtime coach, received heavy backlash after proclaiming she'd likely reached her MMA ceiling in the hours after her UFC 330 title loss.
"Din Thomas apologized to Gillian Robertson for his retirement at UFC 330
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 7:05 PMDin Thomas apologizes for 'despicable' UFC 330 remarks after Gillian Robertson's loss: 'I'm ashamed'
Thomas, Robertson's longtime coach, received heavy backlash after proclaiming she'd likely reached her MMA ceiling in the hours after her UFC 330 title loss.
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 6:00 PMCoach apologizes to Gillian Robertson for ‘despicable’ decision at UFC 330
Din Thomas apologized to Gillian Robertson for his retirement at UFC 330
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