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Judo GOAT Teddy Riner Explains Why He Turned Down UFC

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October 13, 2026

Judo heavyweight Teddy Riner has spoken about a rumored multi-million dollar UFC offer to compete in the cage. Riner, whose career is so dominant that he is regularly mentioned among France’s greatest athletes, addressed it in an Original Version interview tied to his signing with PSG Judo at Parc des Princes. Asked why he said […]

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