Danny Roberts Calls on People to “Fight This Virus Together”, Following Plans to Relocate UFC London
By FCF Staff
Following the news that the UFC will not hold an event this Saturday in London, England, due to the coronavirus pandemic, Danny Roberts released a statement in which he called on people to fight the virus together.
Roberts was booked to fight Nicolas Dalby at the event, which was supposed to be hosted by London’s O2 Arena. But, due to the ban that’s been enacted for travel between the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States, the UFC is looking for a new location for the card. This will likely mean that many fighters scheduled for the event will no longer be able to compete.
Since word of the card’s relocation surfaced, Roberts shared out this statement:
I’m sure that everyone has heard the news by now but it is with frustration that I can confirm that my fight scheduled on 21 March 2020 at UFC London is no longer going ahead.
After numerous months abroad, time spent away from family and all the other sacrifices associated with competing at the elite, it goes without saying that my personal frustration is on another level right now. I have worked hard my whole life for these moments and, particularly in light of last year’s events, I was fully focused on putting on an unforgettable show on for the fans in this year’s co-main event.
I live and breathe fighting. I love performing for the fans. I have done everything in my power to make sure this fight happens. However, this is completely out of my control and recognise that the health and safety of the 20,000 people who would be in the O2 Arena on Saturday night is paramount.
Therefore, despite the widespread disappointment, if delaying or moving the competition protects people it’s 100% worth it. Life is all about perspective and, in this time of madness, I would urge everyone to spend quality time with their loved ones – that’s certainly what I will be doing. Let’s fight this virus together 🦠 (but in groups no larger than 500 people 😆). See you soon fight fans ✌🏽❤️ #UFC #UFCEurope #UFCLondon #TeamChocolate #MixedMartialArts #UKMMA #SanfordMMA