Kash Patel Confirms UFC Fighters Will Train FBI Agents This Week, Calling It A “Historic Opportunity”
By Tomt
Published on March 12, 2026.
FBI Director Kash Patel has announced a partnership between the FBI and the UFC, calling it an "Historic Opportunity" for FBI agents. The seminar, held at the FBI Special Agent Academy in Quantico on March 15 and 16, will provide insights into UFC fighters' training methods and tactics. Participants include current UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethe, the first UFC BMF champion Jorge Masvidal, former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman, ex-UFC strawweight title challenger Claudia Gadelha, ex UFC lightweight title challenger Michael Chandler, top UFC flyweight contender Manel Kape and mixed martial arts legend Renzo Gracie. The event is part of an initiative by the FBI to provide agents with innovative training options and to constantly look for opportunities to improve their preparation.
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