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Strickland Apologizes for Insult After Poirier’s Airport Arrest

7/8/2026

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Strickland Apologizes

Sean Strickland apologized after calling Dustin Poirier a “selfish piece of shit” over his arrest.
Dustin Poirier was arrested after a clash with airline staff and an airport police officer at Atlanta International Airport, later apologizing and saying his depression stems from his father’s homelessness.
Sean Strickland said he hopes Poirier keeps his Bud Light sponsor and, in a March 2024 video, noted he feels mentally unwell despite having everything.

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Strickland Quits

He asked his lawyer to get the arresting officer’s contact so he can thank and apologize.
He confirmed a major sponsor and three appearances were cancelled after the incident.
He announced he will quit drinking permanently, start therapy for anxiety and depression, and described retirement as an identity crisis, seeking new purpose beyond fighting.
He said he is uncertain about returning as a UFC analyst on Paramount+ but remains hopeful.

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Poirier Weighs Return

Dustin Poirier said he is weighing a return from retirement and named Conor McGregor, Justin Gaethje and Nate Diaz as desired opponents.
The airport incident that led to his arrest occurred on Father’s Day when staff removed Dustin Poirier from a flight for appearing intoxicated.
Dustin Poirier, a Louisiana-born athlete, said overthinking the episode would not aid his future plans.

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Strickland Apologizes

Sean Strickland apologized after calling Dustin Poirier a “selfish piece of shit” over his arrest.
Dustin Poirier was arrested after a clash with airline staff and an airport police officer at Atlanta International Airport, later apologizing and saying his depression stems from his father’s homelessness.
Sean Strickland said he hopes Poirier keeps his Bud Light sponsor and, in a March 2024 video, noted he feels mentally unwell despite having everything.

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