MMA icon Conor McGregor has placed a substantial wager on Spain to clinch Euro 2024 - a victory that could see him pocket over $1million.However, not all is rosy for the Irish star as there is rising speculation about his highly-anticipated UFC 303 match-up with Michael Chandler having been discreetly called off.
Rumours are swirling that the revered Irish fighter, whose last UFC appearance dates back three years, may be injured.With the Nevada event just a fortnight away, a hastily deleted social post from McGregor on Thursday only exacerbated these concerns.
Later in the day, though, the charismatic fighter perked up spirits by sharing a post detailing an $83,500 bet he had placed on Spain winning this summer's European Championship - taking place in Germany - at odds of 11/1.
Via X, formerly known as Twitter, the 35-year old wrote excitedly: "Vamos Spain! Easy money on the Spaniards to win the Euros on my birthday!
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