Conor McGregor Struggles to Grab Drone Delivery After 69-Second UFC Return
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Updated · Fox News · Aug 9
Conor McGregor Struggles to Grab Drone Delivery After 69-Second UFC Return
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Aug 9
Summary
McGregor, 38, went viral after trying to retrieve a drone-delivered energy drink from a balcony days after knee surgery, using his crutches as makeshift reach tools.
The awkward attempt followed his return at UFC 329, where his comeback lasted just 69 seconds before an injury forced him out and led to surgery this week.
Video of the delivery mishap highlighted a practical flaw in drone drop-offs: the aircraft hovered out of reach as McGregor repeatedly swung at the tether from his balcony.
The clip turned a post-surgery drink order into a broader reminder that consumer drone delivery still faces basic handoff problems, especially for customers with limited mobility.