UFC 289: Railing collapse leaves fans into ‘a state of panic’. Watch video

In a shocking turn of events at UFC 289, fans were thrust into a state of panic as a railing unexpectedly collapsed, causing fans to tumble into the runway. The incident, took place at in British Columbia’s Vancouver on Saturday. It happened during the final home country fighter Mike Malott's entrance, as the crowd eagerly anticipated his arrival in the cage.

The atmosphere throughout the night had been electrifying, with fans rocking the venue in anticipation of the thrilling fights. However, the crescendo reached its peak when Malott's signature walkout song, "Fat Lip" by Sum 41, began playing.

As the music blared, a row of fans positioned near the fighters, hoping for high-fives or a chance to capture an up-close moment for their social media stories or quick snaps to catch-and-record a glimpse, it suddenly plummeted downwards.



Fortunately, both fighter Mike Malott and the falling fans escaped safe-and-sound, confirmed UFC commentator Jon Anik.

The initial broadcast of UFC 289 only briefly captured the fall, leaving viewers stunned and perplexed. However, thanks to the power of social media, multiple angles of the incident quickly surfaced, shedding light on the gravity of the situation.

Following the incident, social media was quick to react and share photos and videos of the incident. Users also urged organizers to walk an extra mile – in terms of crowd management – especially during large scale events.

FAQs

1. Where was UFC 289 organized and when?
   UFC 289 took place at Rogers Arena in British Columbia’s Vancouver.
2. What does UFC stand for?
   It stands for Ultimate Fighting Championship.