The UFC has introduced a new seating policy at the Apex arena, specifically targeting fighters and their guests. According to a letter obtained by MMAJunkie from the promotion’s Chief Business Officer, Hunter Campbell, fighters competing at the UFC Apex will now be allotted four tickets for their friends and family to attend their fights. However, there’s a catch – after the bout concludes, the guests will be promptly escorted out of the arena.
This new policy, effective immediately starting from the UFC Fight Night on April 6, aims to address the challenge many fighters face of not having their loved ones present to witness their bouts due to the high ticket prices at the Apex. UFC Event Operations VIP Hosts will coordinate the logistics with fighters during their respective fight weeks at the host hotel, including specific arrival times for their guests.
In the past, fighters competing at venues outside of the Apex typically received four tickets for their friends and family, but this wasn’t the case for Apex events. With this change, each fighter will now have the opportunity to have their loved ones in attendance, albeit for the duration of their fight only.
This move by the UFC reflects a concerted effort to prioritize the needs and desires of its athletes, ensuring they have the support of their closest companions during their pivotal moments inside the octagon.
