McGregor Appeal: DPP to Review Withdrawn Evidence

Conor McGregor’s legal team has withdrawn its attempt to introduce new evidence from Nikita Hand’s former neighbors in his appeal of a civil court's finding that he was liable for sexually assaulting Hand in 2018, for which she was awarded over €248,000 in damages. The withdrawn evidence alleged Hand was assaulted by her then-partner, a claim she vehemently denied. At the request of Hand’s lawyers, the Court of Appeal has confirmed it will refer the withdrawn affidavits to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to consider possible perjury, amid concerns they caused reputational harm due to widespread publicity. McGregor's appeal continues on other grounds, including alleged inadmissible lines of questioning during the original trial, with judgments still pending. The case has raised debate about the handling of new evidence and reputational impacts. The outcome could significantly affect McGregor's public image and career.