Around the world Quote by Tito Ortiz
“The UFC makes about 99 percent of the money, and the rest goes to the fighters. That one percent ain't nothing compared to what they make on merchandising, on pay-per-view, and everything else they make around the world.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "The MMA Hour", 2015
Points out that fighters receive a tiny fraction of UFC revenue, while other streams dominate profits.
In simple terms: Fighters get little money from UFC.
Advocate for fair revenue sharing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- contract negotiations
- unionization
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms could improve fighter compensation?
- How does revenue sharing affect sport integrity?
Complex revenue structures may vary by region.