Summary of UFC Antitrust Spoliation Hearing | Ep. 225

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit heynottheface.substack.com SUPPORT EXPANDING THE ALI ACTIn today’s episode, we’re looking at both days of the UFC antitrust spoliation hearing. It’s our comprehensive review of Dana White’s testimony, Tracy Long’s, Hunter Campbell’s, and the two assistants tasked with setting up phones, social media and clouds for UFC executives. We discuss Judge Boulware’s interactions, the believability of testimony, possible remedies if UFC is found to have malice with missing discovery and what comes next. There’s a lot more, so make sure to follow along with our outline as you listen:*We urge you to pick up a paid subscription, as it helps us keep the show going* Episode 225 Outline* What stood out most to you from Day 1 proceedings?* What were the most significant things revealed on Day 1?* Do you think people should fully invest in the idea that Dana White is no longer part of contract negotiations and matchmaking?* On the first day’s proceedings, Michael Dell Angelo seemed to irritate the judge on a couple occasions. Is that an accurate statement?* What was Tracy Long’s demeanor?* Do you believe the story of Ari Emanuel’s relative stealing crucial evidence?* What were the most significant things revealed on Day 2?* Personal assistants and tech advisors to the UFC were brought in to testify about the setting up of phones, social media, etc. Did you find their testimony particularly impactful?* Were you surprised by anything Hunter Campbell said?* Do you feel like he was in cleanup mode after Dana’s testimony?* Judge Boulware stated that the UFC’s failure to produce these messages, phones, et al were sanctionable offenses. What would be the most likely sanction?* What’s next for UFC; did Boulware issue any orders?*Chart Exhibit of Missing Data from Employee Devices*