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WNBA Legend Angel McCoughtry Tells UFC President That Pride Nights Would Help Fighters Come Out
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· June 25, 2026
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Key takeaway WNBA legend Angel McCoughtry is criticizing UFC President Dana White's recent comments on LGBTQ+ issues.
A local sports figure is speaking out against casual homophobia. WNBA legend Angel McCoughtry is criticizing UFC President Dana White's recent comments on LGBTQ + issues. McCoughtry believes that hosting Pride Nights could help fighters feel more comfortable coming out.
This comes after White stated that the UFC does not typically discuss such topics. Further details on the exchange between McCoughtry and White are available from the source, including White's comments on his roster of fighters and his personal views on the matter.
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Category: safety Published: June 25, 2026 Source: them. Reading time: 1 min
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