UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland has sparked controversy with deeply homophobic and anti-LGBTQ+ remarks during an interview in Toronto ahead of UFC 297. In a conversation with MMA journalist Alex Lee, who inquired about Strickland's previous statements on disapproving of a potential gay son, the fighter escalated tensions. After asking if Lee had voted for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and labeling him 'the enemy,' Strickland questioned Lee's sexuality and launched a personal attack when Lee expressed acceptance of a gay son. Strickland continued to berate Lee, accusing him of being the cause of every problem in the world just because Lee was being a good journalist, asking a few questions. Lee, who comes from a city with a strong LGBTQ+ community, felt compelled to address the fighter's stance on LGBTQ+ issues. He highlights the need for confronting such views in the sports community. During the post-fight press conference for UFC 297, a question was posed to UFC CEO Dana White regarding the possibility of limiting Strickland's speech. But in response, White conveyed he does not believe in controlling anyone's speech and is not inclined to impose limitations. In his words, “People can say whatever they want, they can believe whatever they want.” #Queer Up Sports