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Pulse8

Aldo test incident detailed in new report, sounds verrrrry shady

http://mmajunkie.com/2015/08/ufc-189-drug-tests-come-back-clean-bizarre-jose-aldo-incident-detailed#sthash.cBrmMQxM

Subcomandante Marcos

Pulse8 wrote: »

Aldo test incident detailed in new report, sounds verrrrry shady

http://mmajunkie.com/2015/08/ufc-189-drug-tests-come-back-clean-bizarre-jose-aldo-incident-detailed#sthash.cBrmMQxM

Sounds like Jose's camp were being awkward but he himself was being cooperative. Doesn't sound shady at all, just like a bit of a clusterf*ck all round.

Either way he passed the test so trying to imply he was doing anything illegal is a bit silly.

Lukker-

Subcomandante Marcos wrote: »

Sounds like Jose's camp were being awkward but he himself was being cooperative. Doesn't sound shady at all, just like a bit of a clusterf*ck all round.

Either way he passed the test so trying to imply he was doing anything illegal is a bit silly.

The whole routine sounds exactly like the doping routine of cyclists in the 90's and early 00's.

Basically have your trainer and management delay as much as possible. It's almost a play by play of what Tyler Hamilton describes in his book "The Secret Sauce".

Something like oral testosterone only has a half life of 6-8 hours. He didn't manage to get a sample out of Aldo for over 36 hours.

When Aldo was finally ready to hand it over, he spills the sample and has to wait even longer.

Tbh, there is no concrete evidence that he is doping but I hope USADA catch Aldo unawares next time and strong arm into giving over the sample when asked.

raze_them_all_

Lukker- wrote: »

The whole routine sounds exactly like the doping routine of cyclists in the 90's and early 00's.

Basically have your trainer and management delay as much as possible. It's almost a play by play of what Tyler Hamilton describes in his book "The Secret Sauce".

Something like oral testosterone only has a half life of 6-8 hours. He didn't manage to get a sample out of Aldo for over 36 hours.

When Aldo was finally ready to hand it over, he spills the sample and has to wait even longer.

Tbh, there is no concrete evidence that he is doping but I hope USADA catch Aldo unawares next time and strong arm into giving over the sample when asked.

Then they really need to get a work permit for the guy if it's in a non us country then

Lukker-

raze_them_all_ wrote: »

Then they really need to get a work permit for the guy if it's in a non us country then

He did have a permit, he was released and allowed to conduct the test. (after 24 hours)

It wasn't just him who tried it was also a local Brazilian Doping Control Officer who was met with similar strong arm tactics even though both men were contracted by NSAC.

Lukker-

Guardian interview with Conor:


http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2015/aug/10/ufc-conor-mcgregor-floyd-mayweather-fight

PM me nudes

http://www.mmafighting.com/2015/8/10/9128671/dana-white-ufc-194-in-december-will-be-in-las-vegas-not-texas

Tinie

No surprise really, it was a bit of a long shot.

Pulse8

TUF - Sept 9th

mark13

Dana White: Aldo-McGregor set for Dec. 12 at MGM Grand in Las Vegas

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/dana-white--aldo-mcgregor-set-for-dec--12-at-mgm-grand-in-las-vegas-004231499.html?soc_src=mediacontentstory&soc_trk=tw

Carroller

I was hoping for a Jan 2nd date as I'll be in Vegas. I just hope to Christ that card isn't a Rousey headline

Mellor

raze_them_all_ wrote: »

Then they really need to get a work permit for the guy if it's in a non us country then

He had the correct permit at the time. Brazilains officials were just being very Brazilian

Wrongway1985

Carroller wrote: »

I was hoping for a Jam 2nd date as I'll be in Vegas. I just hope to Christ that card isn't a Rousey headline

She is fighting Tate for a second time in the UFC and third overall I think they've made it obvious enough thats gonna serve as co main with Werdum Cain rematch also a co main either or on McGregor Aldo or Weidman Rockhold in the main event slots.

Mellor

Wrongway1985 wrote: »

She is fighting Tate for a second time in the UFC and third overall I think they've made it obvious enough thats gonna serve as co main with Werdum Cain rematch also a co main either or on McGregor Aldo or Weidman Rockhold in the main event slots.

Where have they said it will be a triple title fight card?
That'll be some card if it goes ahead.

Beersmith

Mcgregor aldo announced for December 12th in Vegas.

Stuxnet

Boom, flights & MGM Booked,

Wrongway1985

Mellor wrote: »

Where have they said it will be a triple title fight card?
That'll be some card if it goes ahead.

Not a triple I meant;

Either Aldo-Mcg co main Werdum Cain or RR Tate

Weidman Rockhold co main Werdum Cain or RR Tate

Both PPVs in Dec

SevereMMA posted it I think via someone from Bloody elbow.

UPDATE: Being reported that Ronda is 100% NOT on the McGregor card UFC 194 December 12 (not originally in UFC 2015 schedule supposed to be a fight night).

mel123

And so it's confirmed, Vegas December 12th
http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jose-aldo-vs-conor-mcgregor-headlines-ufc-194-in-las-vegas-on-dec-12-081015?cmpid=tsmtw:fscom:ufconfox

Mellor

Fingers crossed for 193 :):)

TheNap

Might wait til 2 weeks before the fight until i book the flights / hotel this time .

dulux99

dulux99 wrote: »

McGregor vs Aldo will not happen in Dallas, no chance. I still think Dana is strong arming the MGM. The stadium shows just aren't massively profitable for the UFC, it's a fact.

It's not often I'm right so I might aswell milk this one...

mel123

dulux99 wrote: »

It's not often I'm right so I might aswell milk this one...

Excuse my stupidity, but how do they not make as much money? Genuine question. Is it because not as many will want to go to Dallas as Vegas and not as many ticket sales??

PM me nudes

mel123 wrote: »

Excuse my stupidity, but how do they not make as much money? Genuine question. Is it because not as many will want to go to Dallas as Vegas and not as many ticket sales??

No, MGM holds 16kish, the Dallas Stadium holds 5 or 6 times that. It's the cost of putting on an event in the stadium, and the lower ticket prices to fill a stadium that make it more profitable to hold it in Vegas

dulux99

mel123 wrote: »

Excuse my stupidity, but how do they not make as much money? Genuine question. Is it because not as many will want to go to Dallas as Vegas and not as many ticket sales??

Purely from a logistics point of view. I remember when UFC 129 was on, on one of Dana White's video blogs, he went through all the added costs and hidden challenges that a stadium show throws up, and there's a reason they haven't done one since. I reckon they'll obviously get more money in the gate but the profit margins in Las Vegas are much much higher.

raze_them_all_

PM me nudes wrote: »

No, MGM holds 16kish, the Dallas Stadium holds 5 or 6 times that. It's the cost of putting on an event in the stadium, and the lower ticket prices to fill a stadium that make it more profitable to hold it in Vegas

Also there are no fertita owned casinos in vegas

MrStuffins

raze_them_all_ wrote: »

Also there are no fertita owned casinos in vegas

You mean Dallas?

EuskalHerria

Seems this news has flown relatively under the radar. Not half as much fuss as I would have thought. Was looking at flights and there are a number of cheap routes, so thinking of booking the trip.

Part and parcel of the fight business, but it's a bad state of affairs that a large part of my hesitation is whether Aldo will show or not.

The Ayatolla

I reckon it's safe to book?

MrStuffins

The Ayatolla wrote: »

I reckon it's safe to book?

Well the fight is confirmed. Dana himself said it. So in that way, it's as safe as it's going to be to book.

Whether or not both men stay healthy is another thing!

Lukker-

"My name is Conor, but you can call me Dragon"

The Ayatolla

Booked

Paully D

The Ayatolla wrote: »

I reckon it's safe to book?

Yep, confirmed on the official UFC page:

http://www.ufc.com/news/Aldo-vs-McGregor-Finds-a-Home-in-Vegas-on-Dec-12?utm_campaign=UFC&utm_medium=social&utm_source=multiple&utm_content=1439317016

JustTheOne

Seen an add for the ultimate fighter starting September 9th.


Anyone know what way it works. Is it finished recording or is it live episodes or what?

MarkY91

Was so close to booking vegas yesterday. Just bit enough time to save! Only back since June..I'm so upset I won't be there for the fight lol

xtal191

JustTheOne wrote: »

Seen an add for the ultimate fighter starting September 9th.


Anyone know what way it works. Is it finished recording or is it live episodes or what?

It wont be live, think they tried it live for one season only.

JustTheOne

xtal191 wrote: »

It wont be live, think they tried it live for one season only.

Is it finished recording?

xtal191

JustTheOne wrote: »

Is it finished recording?

I've no idea, if I was to guess I'd say it'll have finished recording by the time the first episode airs.

Mellor

JustTheOne wrote: »

Is it finished recording?

It's recording right now

xtal191

JustTheOne wrote: »

Is it finished recording?

You were asking if TUF was finished recording

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/636467467829669888

JustTheOne

xtal191 wrote: »

You were asking if TUF was finished recording

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/636467467829669888

Thank you.

I was more wondering when he can get started on his training for his biggest and toughest fight yet.

Needs now to focus on this fight only in my opinion.

Mendes fight was brilliant from him but there was a few weaknesses he needs to address.

Mellor

JustTheOne wrote: »

Thank you.

I was more wondering when he can get started on his training for his biggest and toughest fight yet.

I'd be surprised if he hadnt already started training tbh.

Mendes fight was brilliant from him but there was a few weaknesses he needs to address.

It was hardly flawless, but I think Aldo presents an entirely different set of problems.

MartyMcFly84

I was more wondering when he can get started on his training for his biggest and toughest fight yet.

Needs now to focus on this fight only in my opinion.

Mendes fight was brilliant from him but there was a few weaknesses he needs to address.

Conor is always training, he is always in shape. Many fighters would just take it up a couple notches 7-8 weeks out.

If you go intense too soon there is the risk of burn out or injury. SBG fighters train smart and look to train as hard as possible with minimal risk or damage taken within reason.

dave1982

UFC obviously not pumping much money into media for this one, can't find anything only posters for event online. Which is probably good thing this early on

JokerD

dave1982 wrote: »

UFC obviously not pumping much money into media for this one, can't find anything only posters for event online. Which is probably good thing this early on

I'd say when the TUF filming is over then the promotion will be brought up a few notches.

Also at the Dana Q&A at 189 a fan did ask about the money spent on the original fight and if I remember correctly Dana said they'll be spending even more on the build up this time.

FollowMyWay

dave1982 wrote: »

UFC obviously not pumping much money into media for this one, can't find anything only posters for event online. Which is probably good thing this early on

They are having a promo event Friday week, UFC's 'Go Big', similar to the others earlier in the year. Promo machine for all upcoming events will likely kick in after that.

Pulse8

Rogan calling the interim belt illegitimate & made up....he's been very vocal lately about how he's "got too many things" going on in his life & he'd be happy to lessen the load, given some of his comments lately about the Reebok deal, "ridiculous" weight classes & now this it's almost as if he's trying to piss off Dana & Lorenzo

https://youtu.be/QGIxvN4PlV0?t=1h2m18s

raze_them_all_

Pulse8 wrote: »

Rogan calling the interim belt illegitimate & made up....he's been very vocal lately about how he's "got too many things" going on in his life & he'd be happy to lessen the load, given some of his comments lately about the Reebok deal, "ridiculous" weight classes & now this it's almost as if he's trying to piss off Dana & Lorenzo

https://youtu.be/QGIxvN4PlV0?t=1h2m18s

In a way it's right tbh, they made the belt for money reasons.

On another note, if they did add more weight classes people would still cut massive amounts of weight. You'd have to do it in a boxing weight where you can only weigh a certain amount over the agreed weight

califano

Pulse8 wrote: »

Rogan calling the interim belt illegitimate & made up....he's been very vocal lately about how he's "got too many things" going on in his life & he'd be happy to lessen the load, given some of his comments lately about the Reebok deal, "ridiculous" weight classes & now this it's almost as if he's trying to piss off Dana & Lorenzo

https://youtu.be/QGIxvN4PlV0?t=1h2m18s

I agree. I think hes indifferent about carrying on with them. He's probably hating himself about having to bite his lip on certain things even though hes flying closer to the wind with these remarks. I remember his saying recently ''If dana called me and said i think weve gone as far as can,...id say ive had a ball and wouldnt be sore about it at all''.

The Ayatolla

They should be weighed before they get into the cage and can't be 5lbs over the weight. If they do, they forfeit a % of their purse or can't win the belt. That'd fix it.

Pulse8

We all know he's right but for such a high ranking employee to come out & publicly state it in such a "bro" like setting it'd deffo piss me off if I was his boss