Gable Steveson prioritizes UFC title over Olympic glory at 2028

At UFC 331 on Saturday, Gable Steveson aims to showcase his skills in his second professional fight. Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist, expressed a willingness to forgo a chance at another Olympic medal to pursue his ambition of becoming a UFC champion. He cited the importance of taking a measured approach to his MMA career and emphasized his commitment to making strategic decisions for his future. Steveson has been developing his striking skills and plans to employ a diverse arsenal of techniques in his next bout against Sean Sharaf. His focus will remain on winning and dominating in the octagon.

• 3:36 PMCBS Sports — Gable Steveson willing to forgo more gold at 2028 Olympics to fulfill 'destiny' as UFC champion