What happened: Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey addressed criticism over her age in a recent interview. She dismissed concerns about biological factors impacting her combat ability with the blunt statement, 'It's not like my f*cking ovaries are fighting.' The comment highlights ongoing debates about women athletes and age.
MMA·April 23, 2026 02:17 AM ET
Ronda Rousey blasts ageism in MMA: 'My ovaries aren't fighting'
Rousey rejects age as barrier to fighting.
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