“The more you seek the uncomfortable, the more you will become comfortable.”Conor McGregor
Irish - Mixed Martial Artist|July 14, 1988

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Conor McGregor Quotes
Read 50 of the best Conor McGregor quotes on confidence, belief, hard work, pressure and training from the Irish UFC star known as "The Notorious."
“Life's a rollercoaster. You're up one minute; you're down one minute. But who doesn't like rollercoasters?”Conor McGregor
“I take inspiration from everyone and everything. I'm inspired by current champions, former champions, true competitors, people dedicated to their dream, hard workers, dreamers, believers, achievers.”Conor McGregor
“From the moment I open my eyes, I'm trying to free my body. I'm trying to get looser, more flexible, to gain control. Movement is medicine to me.”Conor McGregor
“That's what I do this for, to secure my family's future.”Conor McGregor
“I am fearless.”Conor McGregor
“My preparation is about precision. It is a science.”Conor McGregor
“People like to blame others. I think a person should just look at their own situation, find out what they wish to do, and seek and go and do that.”Conor McGregor
“When I say something's going to happen, it's going to happen.”Conor McGregor
“Yes, sir, no, sir, clock in, clock out. Why were you late? That's not how humans are supposed to live.”Conor McGregor
“I've always felt like there was a lot of hype around me even when there wasn't. I felt like everyone was talking about me even when no one was talking about me.”Conor McGregor
“I am not afraid of saying something and going and pursuing it. I see it in my mind. I say it out loud. I go and do it.”Conor McGregor
“I just figured out that if I gave my all into this game, if I put everything into the fight business, then I would eventually run the fight business.”Conor McGregor
“You might win some, you might lose some. But you go in, you challenge yourself, you become a better man, a better individual, a better fighter.”Conor McGregor
“To do anything to a high level, it has to be total obsession.”Conor McGregor
“The thing about the truth is, not a lot of people can handle it.”Conor McGregor
“Success is never final; I'll just keep on going. The same way as failure never being fatal. Just keep going. I'm going to the stars and then past them.”Conor McGregor
“I don't feel pressure in a negative way. I like pressure. I feel excitement and calm at the same time. No pressure, no diamonds.”Conor McGregor
“I guess I have a little bit of an ego. I'm confidently cocky, you might say.”Conor McGregor
“I always teach myself calm and visualisation stuff.”Conor McGregor
“A lot of people cry and complain and put their hand out and beg. It never goes well.”Conor McGregor
“I love money because I've earned it. I won sixty G's with my first knockout, and the week before, I was collecting social welfare.”Conor McGregor
“What someone else does or doesn't do has no effect on me and what I do.”Conor McGregor
“This is my sport: it is my life. I study it; I think about it all the time. Nothing else matters.”Conor McGregor
“I train and I go home, and when I'm home, I think about training. That's my life every day.”Conor McGregor
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About Conor McGregor
Irish - Mixed Martial Artist | Born July 14, 1988
Conor McGregor (born July 14, 1988) is an Irish mixed martial artist and boxer from Crumlin, Dublin. He left a plumbing apprenticeship to train full time under coach John Kavanagh at SBG Ireland, and within a few years he went from collecting social welfare to becoming one of the biggest stars in combat sports.
Known as "The Notorious," McGregor won the UFC featherweight title in 2015 with a 13-second knockout of José Aldo, and in 2016 became the first fighter to hold UFC titles in two weight divisions at the same time. In 2017 he crossed over to boxing to face Floyd Mayweather in one of the most-watched fights ever. Famous for his bold predictions and confidence, he has also faced controversy and legal cases outside the cage. Here are 50 of the best Conor McGregor quotes.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Conor McGregor and these famous quotes.
Who is Conor McGregor?
Conor McGregor is an Irish mixed martial artist and boxer from Dublin. He became one of the biggest stars in UFC history, winning titles in both the featherweight and lightweight divisions.
Why is Conor McGregor called "The Notorious"?
"The Notorious" is McGregor's fighting nickname, reflecting his bold personality, trash talk and flashy style. It also became the name of his brand and inspired his slogan "The Mac Life."
Was Conor McGregor a two-division UFC champion?
Yes. In November 2016 he beat Eddie Alvarez for the lightweight title while still holding the featherweight belt, becoming the first fighter in UFC history to hold titles in two divisions at the same time.
How fast did McGregor knock out José Aldo?
At UFC 194 in December 2015, McGregor knocked out José Aldo in just 13 seconds to win the featherweight title. It remains the fastest finish in a UFC title fight.
Did Conor McGregor box Floyd Mayweather?
Yes. McGregor made his professional boxing debut against Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas in August 2017. Mayweather won by technical knockout in the 10th round, and the event was one of the most lucrative fights in history.
Who is Conor McGregor's coach?
His long-time coach is John Kavanagh, head coach of Straight Blast Gym (SBG) Ireland in Dublin, who has trained McGregor since he was a teenager.