Conor McGregor surprised many by opening up about his more personal side and admitting that the enormous success he achieved in the UFC eventually took its toll on him.
The Irishman admitted that, as he became the biggest star in MMA, the pressure and fame began to consume him. “I got lost in all of that, sometimes all of that controlled me and almost destroyed me”.
Despite that harsh reflection, the former champion said he has regained the motivation to compete again. “Don’t get me wrong, I miss fighting and I’m excited about what’s coming”, he said.
In addition, the UFC is already working on a new contract for his long-awaited return. McGregor believes this new stage is arriving with a different mindset and with the goal of reaching his best version.