Coach Ray Longo has expressed his strong disapproval towards fighter Colby Covington following a series of controversial remarks made by Covington leading up to UFC 296. Covington faced backlash for his distasteful comment about welterweight champion Leon Edwards' murdered father during the pre-event news conference.

In the heated exchange, an emotional Edwards admitted that it took immense restraint not to retaliate against Covington. Despite the turmoil, Edwards managed to maintain composure and put on an impressive performance in the main event at T-Mobile Arena this past Saturday.

Longo, known for his no-nonsense approach, did not hold back his feelings towards Covington's behavior. Speaking on the "Anik & Florian Podcast," he stated, "I've got absolutely no use for the guy at all. Ever since he threatened you (Anik), he knows where you live, he can go f*ck himself. What he did with Leon Edwards, I think is atrocious."

The controversial comments made by Covington during the pre-event news conference also targeted Stephen Thompson, referring to him as a pedophile due to his role as a karate teacher for children. Longo expressed his outrage at Covington's insults, saying, "Colby, you're sucking the f*cking life out of the community. Like a leech on society, and now you're attacking this guy. It's just too much for me."

Longo's criticism extended beyond the fighter's controversial remarks, as he also expressed dismay at Covington's lackluster performance in the octagon. "And, man, talk about karma, because what a piece of sh*t that fight was. I mean, the guy did absolutely nothing," Longo remarked.

The coach credited Edwards for his ability to win over the crowd, turning a pro-Colby audience against Covington by the end of the fight. Longo concluded his comments by wishing Covington luck, albeit sarcastically, saying, "Good luck, my man."

The controversial exchange between Covington and Edwards, combined with Coach Ray Longo's scathing criticism, has created a buzz within the UFC community. The incident has raised questions about appropriate behavior and the line between promoting a fight and engaging in disrespectful conduct.

The fallout from the UFC 296 pre-event news conference only adds to the tension between Covington and Longo, highlighting the deep-rooted animosity between the two parties. As the story continues to unfold, fans and pundits alike eagerly await any further developments that may arise from this clash of personalities in the world of mixed martial arts.