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The never-ending saga of Jon Jones and the UFC took another sharp turn this past weekend. Now, in light of Jones' frustrations spilling over into a public request for his UFC release, perhaps the most surprising development is Tom Aspinall standing as one of the few supporters in the all-time great's corner.Just days after UFC CEO Dana White publicly dismissed the idea that Jones was ever in talks to compete on the upcoming UFC White House event on June 14, the longtime UFC superstar fired back on social media and didnt pull any punches. Jones, 38, disputed Whites version of events in a lengthy statement Monday afternoon, insisting negotiations for the historic card were very real and accusing the promotion of coming in with a monetary offer far below what Jones believed he deserved."If the UFC truly feels like Im done, then I respectfully ask to be released from my contract today," Jones concluded in his statement. "No more spins, no more games."Jon Jones clears the air Jones says he was in negotiations to fight at the White House but the UFC "lowballed" him, so he declined. He has now asked them to terminate his contract if they don't plan on letting him fight. pic.twitter.com/fkY6f1QP2V Uncrowned (@uncrownedcombat) March 9, 2026Those latest comments only further added intrigue to a situation that has lingered for years, particularly surrounding Jones long-discussed heavyweight showdown with the now-champion Aspinall. While the matchup was repeatedly floated around as one of the biggest fights UFC could make, negotiations stalled multiple times before Jones ultimately retired this past June.Appearing on Mondays edition of "The Ariel Helwani Show," Aspinall offered a surprising reaction to Jones request for release defending the former two-division champion and arguing that the UFC should indeed be paying Jones far more.This is going to probably be crazy to a lot of people listening, but why is the UFC not giving Jon the respect he deserves financially? That's crazy to me," Aspinall told Uncrowned.If anyone should be getting paid a lot in this sport, it should be Jon Jones for the stuff that he's done. That's me saying that after the history that I've had with Jon Jones. If anybody should be getting money in this sport, it's Jon Jones.Aspinall, who repeatedly pushed for a life-changing unification bout with Jones after capturing interim gold in 2023 only to be rebuffed at every turn, suggested the promotion had already demonstrated it was willing to pay top dollar for the fight. Uncrowned's Ariel Helwani reported that UFC's offer to Jones for the Aspinall fight reached as high of $30 million, which Jones ultimately agreed to before suddenly backing out.They offered him $30 million to fight me," Aspinall said. "So why have they not offered it again? I don't understand.These are the guys who brought in the revenue for over 10 years. They need to be getting paid what they deserve, in my opinion.Ciryl Gane will instead fill the shoes of Jones at the White House, fighting in the same fantasy clash with Alex Pereira that "Bones" desired. Another interim heavyweight title will be created for the matchup, leaving the winner to collide with Aspinall once the champion is fully healed from the eye injuries he sustained against Gane in October.As for Jones, if he gets his wish and parts ways with the UFC entirely, at least one of the two biggest what-if fights in recent heavyweight history disappears for good.

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A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to two years in prison in a case prosecutors said was complicated by the state's self-defense laws. Dominic Miller, who pleaded guilty to a weapons charge as part of a plea deal, was among at least six people to start shooting in the melee that sent players, city officials and hundreds of fans scrambling for cover, according to court records.The gunfire erupted outside Kansas Citys historic Union Station as the celebration that drew an estimated 1 million fans was concluding. Lisa Lopez-Galvan, the host of a local radio show, was killed while watching the rally with her family. About two dozen other people, many of them children, were wounded but survived.All told, 12 people brandished firearms, with the guns found at the scene including at least two AR-style rifles, according to court records. Under Missouris self-defense and defense-of-others doctrines, we must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that any charged defendant was the initial aggressor or did not act in lawful self-defense or defense of others to overcome justification, the Jackson County prosecutor's office said in a written statement. An email seeking comment was sent to Miller's attorney. The second-degree murder charge Miller initially faced carried a sentence of 10 years to life in prison. But Missouri is among more than 30 states that have adopted some version of stand-your-ground laws over the past two decades. While earlier laws allowed people to use force to protect themselves in their homes, the stand-your-ground principle provides even broader self-defense rights regardless of the location.Police and prosecutors have said the shooting barrage started when one group of people confronted another for staring at them. Lyndell Mays is accused of being the first person to start firing. After that, a 15-year-old began to shoot toward Mays and hit Miller, who also admitted firing several shots. Authorities initially said ballistics linked the bullet that killed Galvan to a handgun Miller admitted firing, but prosecutors said in their latest statement that there wasn't enough evidence to confirm his shot caused Galvan's death. The statement said Galvan's family was consulted and that they understood the legal challenges. The greatest justice would be having Lisa back, but since that is not possible, accountability still matters, the family said in a statement released through the prosecutor's office. We also share the hope expressed in court that change can come from this and that people recognize the importance of making better choices.Mays, meanwhile, is scheduled to stand trial next year on charges that include second-degree murder. The 15-year-old involved was sentenced previously to a state facility for youths.

A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to two years in prison in a case prosecutors said was complicated by the state's self-defense laws. Dominic Miller, who pleaded guilty to a weapons charge as part of a plea deal, was among at least six people to start shooting in the melee that sent players, city officials and hundreds of fans scrambling for cover, according to court records.The gunfire erupted outside Kansas Citys historic Union Station as the celebration that drew an estimated 1 million fans was concluding. Lisa Lopez-Galvan, the host of a local radio show, was killed while watching the rally with her family. About two dozen other people, many of them children, were wounded but survived.All told, 12 people brandished firearms, with the guns found at the scene including at least two AR-style rifles, according to court records. Under Missouris self-defense and defense-of-others doctrines, we must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that any charged defendant was the initial aggressor or did not act in lawful self-defense or defense of others to overcome justification, the Jackson County prosecutor's office said in a written statement. An email seeking comment was sent to Miller's attorney. The second-degree murder charge Miller initially faced carried a sentence of 10 years to life in prison. But Missouri is among more than 30 states that have adopted some version of stand-your-ground laws over the past two decades. While earlier laws allowed people to use force to protect themselves in their homes, the stand-your-ground principle provides even broader self-defense rights regardless of the location.Police and prosecutors have said the shooting barrage started when one group of people confronted another for staring at them. Lyndell Mays is accused of being the first person to start firing. After that, a 15-year-old began to shoot toward Mays and hit Miller, who also admitted firing several shots. Authorities initially said ballistics linked the bullet that killed Galvan to a handgun Miller admitted firing, but prosecutors said in their latest statement that there wasn't enough evidence to confirm his shot caused Galvan's death. The statement said Galvan's family was consulted and that they understood the legal challenges. The greatest justice would be having Lisa back, but since that is not possible, accountability still matters, the family said in a statement released through the prosecutor's office. We also share the hope expressed in court that change can come from this and that people recognize the importance of making better choices.Mays, meanwhile, is scheduled to stand trial next year on charges that include second-degree murder. The 15-year-old involved was sentenced previously to a state facility for youths.

West Ham secured their place in the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2016 after prevailing 5-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout against Brentford following a thrilling 2-2 draw.The decisive moment came when Brentford's Dango Ouattara attempted an audacious Panenka-style effort from the spot, only for Hammers goalkeeper Alphonse Areola to comfortably gather the tame chip.Konstantinos Mavropanos then stepped up to dispatch the winning penalty, sending the three-time FA Cup winners through to face Leeds at home in the last eight.The Burkina Faso forward was the sole player to miss during the shootout, extending Brentford's agonising wait for a quarter-final appearance since 1989.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayCaptain Jarrod Bowen and Igor Thiago had each netted twice during an entertaining initial 90 minutes.The hosts broke the deadlock in the 19th minute when England international Bowen prodded home from close range after Brentford defender Kristoffer Ajer inadvertently knocked down Mateus Fernandes' delivery into the box.Thiago drew the Bees level nine minutes later in somewhat fortunate circumstances, with Nathan Collins' header deflecting off the Brazilian striker's midriff and trickling past Areola for his 20th goal of the campaign.The contest swung back in West Ham's favour on 34 minutes following a VAR intervention.Referee Andrew Madley initially waved play on when Michael Kayode brought down Adama Traore inside the area, but reversed his decision after consulting the pitchside monitor.Bowen made no mistake from twelve yards, sending Caoimhin Kelleher the wrong way with a composed finish into the bottom-left corner.The second period proved a far more cagey affair, with clear-cut opportunities at a premium.Bowen came closest to completing his hat-trick, forcing Kelleher into a sharp save as the Hammers captain sought a third goal.Brentford had struggled to create meaningful chances until they were handed a lifeline through West Ham's own doing.Substitute Crysencio Summerville pushed Kayode in the back as the defender attempted to meet an Ouattara cross, with referee Madley pointing to the spot.Thiago showed no hesitation, hammering the resulting penalty beyond Areola in the 81st minute to haul his side level and force an additional 30 minutes.The Brazilian's second goal of the evening ensured the tie would require extra-time to separate the two sides.Both sides went close to snatching victory during the additional period, with Brentford substitute Romelle Donovan firing over the crossbar when well placed.At the opposite end, West Ham replacements Callum Wilson and Axel Disasi both threatened to settle matters before the shootout became inevitable.When penalties arrived, Ouattara's ill-judged attempt to chip Areola down the centre proved the decisive error, with the goalkeeper simply catching the ball.Mavropanos kept his composure to seal West Ham's progression, booking a home tie against Leeds in the quarter-finals.The victory marks the Hammers' first appearance in the last eight since their final season at Upton Park in 2015-16.Manager Nuno Espirito Santo had made seven changes to his starting lineup with Premier League survival remaining the club's primary concern.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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