5 Reasons NSAC Should Have Declined Vitor Belfort's License Request

1. Legacy Has Nothing To Do With It

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nY0OE_SUNuo At the conclusion of Vitor Belfort's licensing hearing today, NSAC commissioner Bill Brady said to the fighter "I believe your legacy will be determined from here forward. I hope that that's outstanding. I wish you the best in accomplishing that." What? This isn't about legacy. Yes, Belfort is a legendary fighter, but I recall a certain cyclist being legendary before being stripped of all titles not all that long ago. Do we care about his legacy, or about cleaning up the sport? Belfort's status as a fighter should have no bearing on the NSAC's decision. It should be his character and actions that are judged, and so far, he has failed on both accounts. That said, he will - should he pass the required drug tests - meet Chris Weidman this December at UFC 181 for the middleweight title.
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Primarily covering the sport of MMA from Ontario, Canada, Jay Anderson has been writing for various publications covering sports, technology, and pop culture since 2001. Jay holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Guelph, and a Certificate in Leadership Skills from Humber College.