What happened: McGregor's rematch with Max Holloway ended by injury stoppage at 1:09 of the first round. Makhachev initially reacted with "Conor beat Conor" before later expressing sympathy.
Why it matters: McGregor plans to undergo surgery and fulfill the final bout on his UFC contract. UFC President Dana White expects him to be out for a year.
By the numbers: The UFC 329 bout lasted 69 seconds. It was McGregor's first fight since July 2021.
What to watch: Updates on McGregor's recovery will shape whether his intended final UFC appearance can happen in 2027.