The loss came soon after the fighter faced defeat in the octagon
Former UFC welterweight title challenger Colby Covington faced a tough week, taking losses both in the octagon and at the poker table. Covington, known for his fiery personality and strong performances, suffered a third-round stoppage in his fight against Joaquin Buckley at UFC Tampa. The bout was halted by the doctor after Covington sustained a severe cut on his eyelid, marking his second consecutive defeat.
Colby Covington (@ColbyCovMMA) gets it all in against Frank Funaro on the Feature Table Live Stream – repeat of last night?👊 💥 #SuperMainEvent #50M_GTD #wsopPARADISE pic.twitter.com/b1FotavitO
— WSOP – World Series of Poker (@WSOP) December 16, 2024
Not long after his fight, Covington headed to the Bahamas to try his luck at the poker table. He entered the World Series of Poker’s Super Main Event “Paradise” tournament, a high-stakes No Limit Texas Hold’em competition with a $25,000 buy-in and a massive $50 million prize pool. Despite his experience as a skilled poker player, Covington was eliminated on Day One of the event.
WSOP’s official Twitter account added a bit of humor to the situation, referencing his back-to-back losses with a post highlighting Covington’s live-streamed exit. The post compared his quick elimination to his result the night before in the octagon, a jab that drew attention from fans of both poker and mixed martial arts.
Despite this setback, Covington’s credentials as a poker player remain strong. He has previously found success at the tables, including a notable seventh-place finish in the largest poker tournament in Florida history back in 2022. His performance then showed his ability to compete under pressure, something he may rely on as he looks to bounce back in both poker and fighting.
Covington, now 36, will have time to recover and regroup as he heals from his recent UFC battle. Whether in the octagon or at the poker table, his competitive spirit remains clear, and fans will be watching to see what comes next.
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