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Macy Chiasson Misses Weight Again, Faces Criticism

10/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Macy Chiasson missed weight by 1.5 pounds for a bantamweight bout with Yana Santos at UFC 320, weighing 137.5 pounds and forfeiting 25% of her purse.
This is Chiasson's second weight miss.
Santos criticized Chiasson on social media for disrespecting the sport.
All other UFC 320 fighters weighed in; bout proceeds at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on October 4.

History

Historical Context

In 2015, the UFC implemented stricter weight-cutting regulations following the death of Brazilian fighter Joao Carvalho, highlighting serious health risks in mixed martial arts. The Nevada State Athletic Commission mandated specific weigh-in ranges, affecting fighter earnings, as seen when Macy Chiasson forfeited 25% of her purse for missing weight. This incident emphasizes the ongoing need for reforms to enhance fighter safety and integrity.

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Story summary

Macy Chiasson missed weight by 1.5 pounds for a bantamweight bout with Yana Santos at UFC 320, weighing 137.5 pounds and forfeiting 25% of her purse.
This is Chiasson's second weight miss.
Santos criticized Chiasson on social media for disrespecting the sport.
All other UFC 320 fighters weighed in; bout proceeds at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on October 4.

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