Topuria Loses UFC Fight After Vision Issues, Event Delayed
In a dramatic UFC bout, Ilia Topuria withdrew in the fourth round due to worsening vision after his corner warned him, and the event was pushed back an hour because of severe storm warnings. Topuria had opened the second round with a strong offensive surge against Justin Gaethje before his eyesight deteriorated.
His brother Aleksandre intervened, informing the referee that continuing would jeopardize his health. The fight’s start time was delayed by an hour as organizers responded to the forecast of heavy thunderstorms and hail.
The loss ends Topuria’s 17‑1 streak and reshapes the lightweight division’s title picture.
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