, a 36-year-old fighter, is preparing to face Bo Nickal at UFC 309 in Madison Square Garden. Craig stated he is more excited about fighting in front of actor Tom Holland, known as Spiderman, than seeing Donald Trump in the crowd. He will compete in a middleweight bout on the main card of the event, which also features a heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic.
Bo Nickal, who supports Trump, has reported that the President-elect may attend UFC 309 to watch his fight. Craig remarked, “He’s not my president – he’s the President of America.” He emphasized that fighting is his primary focus, regardless of who is in the audience.
Headline: Paul Craig: More Excited to Fight in Front of Tom Holland than Donald Trump at UFC 309
Interview with UFC Fighter Paul Craig: Preparing for the Spotlight
NewsDirectory3.com caught up with Paul Craig, a talented 36-year-old fighter gearing up for his much-anticipated matchup against Bo Nickal at UFC 309 in Madison Square Garden. With the event poised to be a blockbuster, featuring a heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, Craig shared his thoughts on the upcoming bout and his unusual excitement over potential celebrity spectators. Here’s what he had to say:
NewsDirectory3: Paul, thank you for joining us! With UFC 309 on the horizon, how are you feeling ahead of your fight against Bo Nickal?
Paul Craig: Thanks for having me! I’m feeling great. The energy is high, and I’ve been training hard. It’s an exciting time, especially with the event being in Madison Square Garden.
NewsDirectory3: You mentioned that you’re more excited to fight in front of Tom Holland than Donald Trump. Can you explain why?
Paul Craig: (laughs) Absolutely! Tom Holland is such a huge star, and who wouldn’t want to impress Spider-Man himself? I grew up watching his movies, so that’s special to me. Don’t get me wrong, having a figure like Donald Trump in attendance is impressive too, but my focus is on the fight.
NewsDirectory3: Given that Bo Nickal supports Trump and there’s talk of the former President possibly attending, how do you feel about that?
Paul Craig: You know, I respect everyone’s right to their opinions, but honestly, I have my own focus. Politics isn’t my game. I’ll say this: “He’s not my president – he’s the President of America.” For me, it’s all about what happens in that octagon, not who’s sitting in the audience.
NewsDirectory3: How does having notable figures in attendance affect your mindset when preparing for a fight?
Paul Craig: It’s definitely an interesting dynamic! While it’s cool to think about telling my kids or grandkids one day that I fought while Tom Holland was in the crowd, what matters most is my performance. I have to channel all my energy into the fight. These distractions don’t change my strategy or commitment.
NewsDirectory3: With such a significant event featuring a heavyweight title fight, how do you view your place on the main card?
Paul Craig: It’s a privilege! Being on the main card of an event with such high stakes makes me feel even more motivated. Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic raise the bar, and I’m looking to make my mark just like they are.
NewsDirectory3: Lastly, what can fans expect on fight night from Paul Craig?
Paul Craig: They can expect intensity, heart, and a true display of skill! I’m going to bring everything I’ve got and leave it all in the octagon. Winning this fight is my main goal, and I’ll make sure to give fans a show they won’t forget.
As UFC 309 approaches, all eyes will be on Paul Craig as he faces Bo Nickal in what promises to be an unforgettable event. Whether it’s Tom Holland or Donald Trump in the audience, Craig’s focus rests solely on achieving victory inside the octagon.
Stay tuned to NewsDirectory3.com for more updates on UFC 309 and interviews with fighters leading up to the event.
Craig expressed that while it’s impressive to have a powerful figure like Trump in attendance, he remains concentrated on his performance. He believes this experience could make for interesting stories to tell his children or grandchildren in the future.
