Tony Ferguson Makes a Big Request at the UFC 274 Press-Conference

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Tony Ferguson

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Tony Ferguson demands health insurance for fighters

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We have seen a different face of Tony Ferguson the lead-up to UFC 274.

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Tony Ferguson slams UFC

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Once again, Ferguson brought out the topic and requested the UFC to provide health insurance to their fighters.

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Ferguson opined the need of health insurance so fighters can take care of their family.

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The notion of health insurance was further strengthened by Justin Gaethje who also chipped in, along with a bigger bonus for POTN and FOTN.

UFC should have health insurance for fighters!

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