Joaquin Buckley's Handshake Snub Sparks UFC Controversy

WHO:

Daily Mail Sports - UFC star Joaquin Buckley is involved in the controversy.

Dana White is the UFC CEO who commented on the incident.

Mike Malott is the fighter who defeated Joaquin Buckley.

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - Joaquin Buckley responded to his third straight defeat at UFC Edmonton, stating, “People were entertained.”

Sportskeeda - Mike Malott stated, "I’m going to pick you apart," referring to his strategy against Joaquin Buckley after their fight at UFC Edmonton.

Sportskeeda - Joaquin Buckley is set to face Mike Malott this Saturday, Oct. 17, at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Daily Mail Sports - Joaquin Buckley went viral for snubbing Dana White's handshake before a pre-fight interview.

Sportskeeda - Dana White joked about Buckley's handshake snub after Buckley suffered a loss to Mike Malott at UFC Edmonton.

Sportskeeda - Mike Malott expressed little interest in Buckley's behavior during fight week.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - The incident occurred at the UFC Edmonton ceremonial weigh-ins.

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - The UFC Edmonton event took place recently, leading to the handshake incident and subsequent loss.

WHY:

Daily Mail Sports - Dana White joked, "I told Hunter cut him," in reference to Joaquin Buckley's handshake snub before the fight.

Sportskeeda - Dana White's comment about Buckley was made in a joking context, implying a light-hearted take on the situation.

HOW:

Daily Mail Sports - Buckley is perhaps best known for his stunning spinning kick six years ago that ended in a brutal knockout of Impa Kasanganay.

Daily Mail Sports - Buckley’s viral moment was characterized by his silence during the handshake snub.

Joaquin Buckley has addressed his third consecutive loss at UFC Edmonton, saying, “People were entertained.” His comments come after a challenging match that has raised questions about his future in the sport. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how he will bounce back from this setback.