Sean O'Malley claims Ilia Topuria's brother ignored him at UFC event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Sean O'Malley alleged that Aleksandre Topuria, brother of fighter Ilia Topuria, ignored him backstage at the UFC White House event. O'Malley, who won his fight by knockout earlier this month, stated he received no acknowledgment from Aleksandre despite greeting the rest of Ilia's team. Ilia Topuria suffered his first career loss in a title fight against Justin Gaethje at the same event. O'Malley expressed that he has no ill will towards Ilia despite past exchanges.
- •O'Malley won his bout via second-round knockout.
- •Ilia Topuria lost to Gaethje by corner stoppage.
- •Aleksandre Topuria allegedly refused to acknowledge O'Malley.
- •O'Malley and Ilia have exchanged friendly barbs previously.
- •The events took place at the UFC White House earlier this month.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Sean O'Malley claims Ilia Topuria’s brother ignored him at UFC White House
"Sean O'Malley believes Aleksandre Topuria doesn’t like him.
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