Chael Sonnen says he feels ‘uncomfortable’ about Ben Askren’s return to competition at RAF 11
Ben Askren is set to compete at RAF 11, marking a return to wrestling one year after undergoing a double-lung transplant.
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The brief
Ben Askren has confirmed his return to competition at the upcoming RAF 11 event. This appearance follows a double-lung transplant procedure undergone one year prior.
Askren has described the experience of returning to the sport as feeling like a 'bad dream.' Coverage from boxingnews.com, MMANews.com, MMA Fighting, and Bloody Elbow highlights Chael Sonnen’s public expression of discomfort regarding Askren's decision to return to the mat. Additionally, Forbes reports that Askren has discussed his experience with autism spectrum traits, noting that he has never received a formal diagnosis.
Observers are looking toward the RAF 11 event to see the athlete's performance. Coverage does not yet specify the duration of the scheduled match or the long-term status of Askren's return to professional competition.
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Quick answers
When is Ben Askren returning to competition?
Askren is scheduled to return at the RAF 11 event.
What health procedure did Ben Askren undergo recently?
Askren underwent a double-lung transplant one year ago.
Why has Chael Sonnen commented on the return?
Chael Sonnen has stated that he feels uncomfortable regarding Askren's return to competition.
Coverage (6)
- Ben Askren returns to wrestling one year after double-lung transplant boxingnews.com · 1d ago
- Chael Sonnen uncomfortable with Ben Askren wrestling return at RAF 11 boxingnews.com · 1d ago
- Ben Askren’s Return Has Chael Sonnen Uneasy MMANews.com · 1d ago
- Ben Askren Opens Up About Autism Spectrum Traits, Says He's Never Been Formally Diagnosed Forbes · 1d ago
- Ben Askren admits double-lung transplant almost feels like a ‘bad dream’ now that he’s wrestling again just one year later MMA Fighting · 1d ago
- Chael Sonnen says he feels ‘uncomfortable’ about Ben Askren’s return to competition at RAF 11 Bloody Elbow · 1d ago
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