Conor McGregor merchandise pulled from Irish airports following conviction

Conot McGregor and whiskey brand associated with the Irish

The escalation of retaliation to Conor McGregor because of rape conviction continues. After several boycotts in numerous areas and the removal of alcoholic beverages from large retail chains, it was the turn of airports.

Major airports in Ireland, the fighter's home country, have removed the former champion's branding from bars. Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey and Forged Irish Stout will no longer be sold in Cork and Dublin, a spokesman for the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) announced the move.

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The two drinks ventures associated with McGregor have been in the spotlight for a number of days. Carry Out Off-Licence and Costcutter Ireland owner Barry Group has withdrawn both its 'Forged' Irish stout and its whiskey from sale.

“Barry Group has decided to remove Forged Stout and Proper 12 from our Costcutter and Carry Out stores. This action reflects our commitment to maintaining a retail environment that is in line with the values ​​of our customers and partners,” Barry Group said in a statement.

In addition, Irish retail group Musgrave, which owns the SuperValu and Centra brands, has removed McGregor's drinks from its stores.

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Conor McGregor on the way to the High Court in Dublin, Ireland. Photo: Reuters

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Last Friday (22), a jury at the Dublin High Court concluded that McGregor assaulted Nikita Hand in a hotel in the Irish capital in December 2018. After the conviction in the civil sphere, the Irishman said he intends to tour of the decision.

“I will appeal today’s decision. I am with my family now, focused on my future. Thank you to all my support around the world,” he said.

Hand, who will be compensated €248,603.60 (more than R$1,5 million), said when leaving the High Court in Dublin that the decision is proof of the existence of justice for all citizens.

“I hope my story is a reminder that no matter how scared you are, speak up, you have a voice and you continue to fight for justice. I know this has had a tremendous impact on not only my life, but my daughter’s life, my family and friends. It’s something I will never forget for the rest of my life,” she said.