Justin Gaethje's Fight Week Drama: From Neck Speculation to UFC Pay Disputes

The Neck Rumors

Justin Gaethje had a lot on his mind heading into UFC 324. First, there were rumors about his neck.

• Fans online saw a mark on his neck and started talking.
• Some thought it was an infection.
• Others said the fight might be canceled.

Gaethje got tired of the talk. He said it was just an ingrown hair. No big deal.

But the rumors didn't stop. People kept asking about it. Gaethje got frustrated.

"I'm fine and ready to fight. I even made weight without any issues."

The UFC had to step in and say the fight was still on.

The Fighter Pay Dispute

Then, Gaethje had another issue. He disagreed with what Daniel Cormier said about fighter pay.

• Cormier thought fighters would make more money with the new UFC deal.
• Gaethje said that wasn't true. He wasn't getting any extra money.
• He thought it was unfair.

This put Gaethje at odds with the UFC. Dana White had said fighters would get better deals. But Gaethje didn't see it that way.

"This fight isn't just about the title. It's about standing up for what I believe in."

The Final Countdown

Now, the only thing left is the fight. Gaethje is ready.

• He's healthy.
• He's focused.
• He's going to prove everything in the Octagon.