UFC fans booed the minute's silence for Queen Elizabeth II ahead of Nate Diaz's victory over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 on Saturday night.Her Majesty passed away on Thursday at the age of 96 after more than 70 years on the throne, the longest reign of any monarch in British history.
The UFC paid tribute to her life ahead of the start of the main card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas with a minute's silence, whilst a picture of the Queen was displayed on the big screen inside the arena.However, the tribute was marred by jeers from fans before chants of "USA, USA" rang around the 20,000-capacity venue.READ MORE: UFC star kisses stricken opponent on cheek after forcing him to tap outFollowing the incident, former UFC double champion Daniel Cormier said on commentary: "Us Americans are some savages."Meanwhile, fans later questioned the decision for the UFC to hold a tribute to the Queen, with one writing on social media: "It’s weird that the UFC would even acknowledge it.
Was the Queen a big fan of mixed martial arts?"Another added: "I’m really mystified by this. Like…who thought a tribute was necessary at this event?
At no point in the last two days did anyone on this planet wonder 'My God, how is the UFC going to handle the news of the Queen’s passing?' And yet here we are."Should the UFC offer Nate Diaz a new contract?
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