Paddy Pimblett shines at UFC 329, earning performance bonus

UFC 329 took place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on July 11, 2026. Paddy Pimblett showcased a dominant performance, submitting Benoit Saint Denis with a D’Arce choke in the co-main event just 52 seconds into the first round. Alongside Pimblett, Brandon Royval and Lone'er Kavanagh received the Fight of the Night bonus for their intense match, which Royval won with a rear-naked choke in the third round. Several other fighters, including King Green and Robert Whittaker, also earned performance bonuses for their noteworthy finishes. The event distributed a total of $100,000 bonuses to four fighters and $25,000 bonuses to eight others for their standout performances.

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