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Mixed martial arts throws down welcome mat for gay athletes

Writer Thaddeus Russell looks at Ultimate Fighting Championship and mixed martial arts' growing appeal among gay men and straight women. The league reportedly is the first professional sports organization to open its doors to out athletes. "Any guy involved in grappling is the furthest thing from homophobic in the world," said UFC President Dana White.

Daily Beast, The | 10/31

This story published in Gay & Lesbian Leadership SmartBrief on 11/03/2009

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