Former Meta Exec Reveals Zuckerberg Encouraged MMA Training

Mark Zuckerberg's passion for mixed martial arts (MMA) extends beyond personal practice; he has invited Meta's senior executives to join him in MMA training sessions during management offsites. Nick Clegg, former president of global affairs at Meta, recounts in his upcoming book, How to Save the Internet, an awkward moment where he was pinned in a 'Domination Mount' position by Joel Kaplan, now Clegg's successor. Zuckerberg's dedication to MMA includes building a backyard octagon at his Ko'olau Ranch estate, renting entire stadiums, sparring on a barge, and even undergoing surgery to repair a combat-related injury. Official Meta investor disclosures have warned about the risks Zuckerberg and other executives take by engaging in combat sports and extreme activities. While the book touches on the future of AI and social media, it primarily offers anecdotes about Zuckerberg’s MMA enthusiasm rather than revealing Meta’s internal workings. Additionally, Zuckerberg's MMA interests have sparked speculation about a potential cage match with Elon Musk, further highlighting his commitment to the sport.