Fighters McVey and Schultz recreate Spider-Man meme at UFC weigh-ins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:49 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
At the weigh-ins for UFC Sacramento on August 22, fighters Jackson McVey and Wes Schultz went viral by mimicking the iconic Spider-Man pointing meme. Their bout at Golden 1 Center marks a rematch after Schultz defeated McVey by armbar in 2020. With McVey holding a 7-2 record and Schultz at 9-3, their differing fighting styles promise a tactical matchup once the fight commences Saturday. McVey’s aggressive approach may test Schultz’s grappling strength, particularly given McVey's history of losing by submission.
- •McVey and Schultz face off at UFC Sacramento's weigh-ins.
- •Fighters recreate Spider-Man meme, generating viral moment.
- •Their bout serves as a rematch from 2020 amateur fight.
- •McVey has a 7-2 professional record with first-round finishes.
- •Schultz enters with a 9-3 record, favoring grappling tactics.
- 5:49 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Sacramento fighters brilliantly strike Spider-Man meme pose at weigh-ins
"The UFC Sacramento fighters' similar looks made the faceoff an instant viral moment.
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