UFC bantamweight rising star Payton Talbott has damaged his silence on the persistent rumors linking him romantically to Grammy-winning musician Frank Ocean. The hypothesis started earlier this 12 months when the pair have been noticed collectively, together with a lunch date and a UFC combat.
Payton Talbott and Frank Ocean
Hypothesis reached a fever pitch after Frank Ocean posted a candid photograph of Payton Talbott on his Instagram tales on Valentine’s Day, and Payton shared a photograph of Ocean on Valentine’s Day.
Talbott addressed the rumors in a latest interview with Ariel Helwani, the place he supplied readability in regards to the nature of their relationship. He defined:
“He simply reached out to me after my combat a 12 months in the past on Worldwide Struggle Week and we’ve simply sort of saved contact. We frolicked a pair occasions and simply had plenty of appreciation for one another in our revered careers. It was sort of unusual and sudden at first, however after assembly him, he’s only a regular individual—very particular and gifted, however only a individual. He’s not a combat fan. The universe simply connects individuals.”
Payton Talbott emphasizing that their connection developed naturally and was not one thing he had anticipated. Talbott admitted, referencing Frank Ocean’s status for privateness and his personal give attention to his MMA profession.
Payton Talbott, who lately secured a significant victory at UFC 317, is set to maintain the highlight on his combating profession.
Payton Talbott delivered a standout efficiency at UFC 317, marking a major comeback after his first skilled loss earlier within the 12 months. Dealing with Felipe Lima, the previous OKTAGON champion, Talbott opened the primary card at T-Cell Area in Las Vegas and secured a unanimous determination victory, with all three judges scoring the bout 29-28 in his favor.
