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Lovato believes that these theatrics are exploited by promotion companies to sell fights, but they undermine the true spirit of martial arts, which traditionally champions discipline, humility, and respect outside the octagon. The aftermath, including Khabib's aggressive post-fight behavior and the suspension of fighters, leaves him questioning the sport’s direction.
He draws a contrast: fighters like Lyoto Machida, who bow and show respect, versus those who resort to trash-talking and chaos, emphasizing that true martial arts transcend spectacle—serving as a way of life rather than merely entertainment.