UFC fighters taking part at the UFC 249 event in Florida could lose their purses and bonuses if they publicly criticise the fight promotion's health and safety precautions for Covid-19, according to an event participation agreement seen by Reuters.
With sporting events cancelled around the globe due to the novel coronavirus outbreak, the UFC is staging three cards in eight days in Jacksonville, Florida.
Before competing, fighters taking part in the UFC 249 event on May 9 were asked to sign an eight-page event participation agreement. A non-disparagement clause in the undated agreement states that"the Participant will not suggest or communicate to any person or entity" that the events"have been or will be held without appropriate health, safety or other precautions, whether relating to Covid-19 or otherwise."
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