O'Malley apologizes for mask during faceoff

Sean O'Malley wore a COVID-style face mask during an initial staredown with Song Yadong ahead of UFC 324, a gesture that drew immediate backlash.

Song reportedly called the action "totally racist" and viewed it as an attempt to unsettle him before the bout.

At UFC 324 media day, O'Malley apologized, saying his intent was not malicious and that the moment was meant as a silly joke, according to reports.

Song appears to be moving past the incident and remains focused on the fight, per sources.

The outcome at UFC 324 is being framed as important for O'Malley's path back toward a potential title shot, with a win possibly setting up a match with the current champion, reportedly.

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