Paddy Pimblett submits Benoit Saint-Denis in round one at UFC 329
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Paddy Pimblett earned a performance bonus after submitting Benoit Saint-Denis in the opening minute of their lightweight bout at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, in Las Vegas. The event also featured notable performances, including a first-round knockout by Damian Pinas and a bloody battle between Brandon Royval and Lone’er Kavanagh. Conor McGregor faced Max Holloway but suffered an injury shortly after the bout began, resulting in a loss. UFC 329 concluded with multiple fighters earning extra bonuses for their performances, including an additional $100,000 for Pimblett.
- •Pimblett wins by submission in just one minute.
- •McGregor injured shortly after starting against Holloway.
- •Fight of the Night awarded to Royval vs. Kavanagh.
- •Multiple $100,000 performance bonuses distributed.
- •Event held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Bonuses! Paddy Pimblett’s shocking submission earns extra $100k | UFC 329
"After five years, Conor McGregor finally returned to action opposite old rival Max Holloway earlier tonight (Sat., July 11, 2026) at UFC 329 LIVE on Paramount+ from inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Sadly, McGregor injured himself almost immediately with a flying high kick, resulting in an immediate injury loss. Seriously. In addition to […]
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