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NSAC considers withholding Max Holloway's fight purse after UFC 329

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:01 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

NSAC considers withholding Max Holloway's fight purse after UFC 329

Summary

Max Holloway may face a reduction in his fight purse following his victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026. The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) will determine if Holloway, along with Paddy Pimblett and Gable Steveson, will receive disciplinary fines for violating rules during the event. This follows NSAC's recent crackdown on rule infractions after incidents in previous fights. Holloway has expressed his views on the match, downplaying McGregor's comments about the fight's conditions. The hearing regarding potential fines will take place on Wednesday.

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By the Numbers

•Holloway won against McGregor on July 11, 2026, at UFC 329.
•NSAC is reviewing possible fines for Holloway, Pimblett, and Steveson.
•The commission has intensified enforcement of rules since 2018.
•A hearing to decide on fines is scheduled for Wednesday.
•Holloway criticized McGregor's comments on fight conditions.

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9:01 PMYahoo Sports — NSAC trying to withhold Max Holloway’s fight purse following UFC 329 win over Conor McGregor

What they're saying

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Max Holloway may lose a portion of his fight purse following his UFC 329 victory over Conor McGregor — and he’s not alone. Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) will decide on Wednesday if the former featherweight and BMF champ, along with lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett and heavyweight newcomer Gable Steveson, will incur disciplinary fines for […]
— Yahoo Sports

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