Justin Gaethje expresses concern for Tom Aspinall's eye injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Justin Gaethje commented on Tom Aspinall's recent struggles with eye injuries after Aspinall vacated the UFC heavyweight title. Aspinall, previously viewed as a leading contender in the division, suffered a double eye poke during a title defense against Ciryl Gane in October 2025. His situation worsened during a sparring session, leading to rumors about the potential end of his career. Gaethje, himself dealing with injuries, expressed sympathy for Aspinall's ongoing challenges.
- •Justin Gaethje offered condolences to Tom Aspinall.
- •Aspinall vacated the heavyweight title due to eye injuries.
- •He suffered a double eye poke in October 2025.
- •Aspinall's career may be at risk following recent setbacks.
- •Gaethje is also managing multiple injuries.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Gaethje shares sympathy for Tom Aspinall
"Justin Gaethje has opened up about the Tom Aspinall situation.
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