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Nicolas Atkin

Conor McGregor may have been at war with Khabib Nurmagomedov on social media after UFC 249. But “The Notorious” knew when to tone it down and put his hatred aside.
After news emerged of the UFC lightweight champion’s father and coach, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, being placed into a medically-induced coma in Russia, McGregor sent his best wishes on Twitter.
“Praying for the recovery of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. A man responsible for more World champions, across multiple fighting disciplines, than we even know,” McGregor tweeted.
“A true martial genius! Very saddened upon hearing this news tonight. Praying for the Nurmagomedov family at this time.”


Abdulmanap is in a military hospital outside Moscow, after reportedly not receiving the right treatment in Dagestan which led to him being moved. Relatives are reportedly unable to visit.
The 57-year-old initially went to hospital to be treated for suspected pneumonia last month and had tested negative for Covid-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. The global pandemic has seen Russia go into lockdown, which caused Khabib to be stranded and miss his UFC 249 fight with Tony Ferguson.

“Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov is a true martial artists who lives a life of pride, honour and respect,” UFC president Dana White said in a statement.
“He instilled those same values in his son, world champion Khabib, at an early age and was always in his corner throughout his career.
“I know how close Khabib is with his father and I’m saddened to hear about his current state. My thoughts are with Abdulmanap and the Nurmagomedov family as he continues to fight.” ￼

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UFC lightweight champion’s dad put into medically-induced coma in Moscow, according to reports
‘Very saddened upon hearing this news … praying for the Nurmagomedov family at this time,’ says McGregor



Conor McGregor puts his hatred for Khabib Nurmagomedov aside, and says he’s ‘praying’ for the recovery of the UFC lightweight champion’s father and coach, Abdulmanap.


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