What happened: Speaking to Ariel Helwani, Queensberry promoter Frank Warren addressed the company's current standing with Riyadh Season. Warren called the Saudi-backed run "a blast" and praised the shows produced under the partnership, but signaled a shift, saying "things are what they are, and you've got to keep evolving and moving on." The remarks stop short of confirming a formal split.
MMA·May 4, 2026 03:24 PM ET
Frank Warren signals Queensberry moving on from Riyadh Season partnership
Warren hints Queensberry is evolving past Riyadh.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 41 min read
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