Irish MMA fighter shouted "Free Palestine" after victory

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Irish MMA fighter Paddy McCorry caused controversy by shouting "Free Palestine" after defeating his Israeli opponent, Shuki Farage, in a recent fight. McCorry, 27, made the statement during the Cage Warriors 189 event in Rome, which was livestreamed and quickly went viral. Farage, previously undefeated, reportedly served in the Israeli Defense Forces, and McCorry celebrated his victory with a Palestinian flag. The incident has sparked debate online, with some supporting McCorry's stance and others criticizing the politicization of sports, amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.


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