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Cory Sandhagen Reflects on UFC 329 Loss, Reveals Hamstring Concern

Following his unanimous decision loss to Mario Bautista at UFC 329, former title challenger Cory Sandhagen has broken his silence. The fighter expressed his disappointment with his performance and revealed a concerning injury scare.

Cory Sandhagen, a former contender for the UFC Bantamweight championship, issued a statement two days after his unanimous decision defeat to Mario Bautista at UFC 329. The bout, which took place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, saw Sandhagen fall short in his rematch against Bautista.

Speaking about the loss, Sandhagen admitted to feeling "embarrassed" by his showing in the Octagon. He acknowledged that his performance was not up to his usual standards and expressed his frustration with the outcome.

Adding to his disappointment, Sandhagen revealed a significant injury concern that developed during the fight. He believes he may have sustained a torn hamstring, which could impact his immediate future in the sport and require further medical evaluation.

💬 SideLine Take

Sandhagen's candid admission of embarrassment after a clear loss is refreshing, but the potential torn hamstring raises serious questions about his next steps and could derail any immediate title aspirations.

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Source: Yahoo Sports

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