Conor McGregor Comments on Coronavirus, Aunt’s Passing in Emotional Statement

Conor McGregor is using his massive platform to spread awareness about steps people can take to protect themselves and their loved ones from the coronavirus. The former UFC champ has also confirmed that his aunt recently passed away, in an emotional statement he’s shared out.

McGregor comments on coronavirus and aunt’s passing

Recently McGregor shared out the lengthy statement below via Instagram, in which the Irish star called on people to practice good hygiene and social distancing. The emotional fighter also commented on the passing of his aunt, Anne Moore (warning: graphic language).

Ireland you amazing, amazing country. I believe we have this virus contained. And through this containment, we actually may have gone and contained them all.
The good habits we will have now gained from this wild covid-19 attack will see us too strong in future. Hand hygiene. Touching of own face hygiene. Consistent thorough cleaning of handled areas hygiene. What we should really be all doing anyway. I have always been on with my hand hygiene. But not enough. If I think of all the people approaching to shake hands and what not. I often get people say to me please I don’t want a picture, just let me shake your hand. And I’m like yes friend thank you. As it’s more efficient than taking a full picture. But it’s too careless. And too frequent. Touching my own hand to my face as well. Too unaware of the frequency I’d do it. Until now. I’d train my ass off, to the point of low immunity. It’s inevitable with the intensity of the training. The immune system will be tested. I would float around in this manner, and always end up catching little colds and flus. I feel bullet proof right now though! I’m switched on like a motherfucker now.
Stay vigilant on our personal hygiene people. And our personal space.
God speed to us all ❤️ We are not there yet but we are well on our way. On our way in a big way! To the people of the world. We will do this! We are doing this! It’s done. We did it. Congratulations! Oh And it’s summer time now too. Wow! Oh and Who am I fighting.
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These photos are from a few days ago at a studio in Dublin’s City centre. I was to announce to the world my @properwhiskey donation to @Tunnel2Towers. A great day! A proud day, I brought my family with me to the studio. Sitting in the chair about to beam live to all the U.S morning talk shows, I get a phone call telling me that my lovely little auntie Anne had passed away. I couldn’t go live anymore. My poor little friendly loving auntie. My mother’s sister. This stupid fucking virus. What the fuck is happening. I took my family to bull island. Looked out at the sea. Took a deep breath. Thank fuck! Lord thank you ?
Stay tight people! We are all we got ❤️ Rest in Peace Anne Moore I love you

McGregor’s next bout?

Ever since McGregor quickly defeated Donald Cerrone in January there’s been widespread talk about when and who he’ll fight next. Dana White has said McGregor can wait for the winner of the April 18th bout between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson, but McGregor’s said he doesn’t want to wait that long.

But, with the continued spread of the coronavirus, it’s not clear right now what the UFC’s plans are going to be in a few weeks time. White has said the promotion will continue to hold events. But, on account of the coronavirus you would think they’ll hold off for a the time being, before booking any big fights.