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Conor McGregor is tapping out of his presidential campaign in Ireland ... saying after talking to his family and reflecting on the situation, it's simply not the right thing for him to pursue at this time.

The UFC superstar released a long statement on his social media page on Sunday ... making it clear that even though he will not be running this time around, it is by no means the end of his political career.

"I will continue to serve my people by using my international platform to promote Irish interests abroad, to strengthen our economic opportunities, and to advocate for transparency and responsibility in public life at home."

Even though JuJu Watkins is in the middle of a huge shoe deal ... don't expect to see her driving an extravagant fleet of cars or flying around on PJs any time soon.

The USC women's basketball star told TMZ Sports out at LAX this month that despite re-upping with Nike for some big cash late in 2024, she's yet to make any frivolous purchases.

"I try to be very smart," the 20-year-old said.

Taylor Swift attended Travis Kelce's game today ... but, from FOX's broadcast and social media you'd hardly know it -- 'cause it looks like she snuck into the stadium!

While the singer-songwriter usually makes a splash when she shows up to Arrowhead Stadium to cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs, it seems no one got a good glimpse of her Sunday ... 'cause video of the star striding down the tunnel on her way to her suite didn't surface online.

Plus, the TV broadcast seemingly didn't show her at all ... so, a few outlets previously reported she didn't pull up to take in the action this time.

Jordon Hudson's in her football-lovin' era ... 'cause she wore a sweater with a clear message about her feelings to the University of North Carolina's game to cheer on Bill Belichick.

The head coach's better half walked the sideline before UNC's matchup against the Univeristy of Richmond Saturday ... shaking hands with several men while standing alongside Bill.

Her sweater -- featuring a large tiger face on the front with the words "Blind For Love" written underneath it -- might look familiar to any Swifties out there ... 'cause it's exactly like the one Taylor Swift wore in the "Look What You Made Me Do" music video.

Travis Kelce is letting fans in on the moment he popped the question to Taylor Swift, and let’s just say he was a bundle of nerves.

The Kansas City Chiefs tight end opened up during a pre-game sit-down with Erin Andrews on Sunday, revealing the proposal had him tearing up. “There were a few tears here and there. I’m an emotional guy,” he admitted. “The palms were definitely sweating. It’s been an exciting ride up to this day. I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with her.”

Trav didn’t spill every detail, joking he wanted Taylor to “tell that story.” But he confirmed the milestone moment went down last month, right after she guest-starred on his and brother Jason Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast.

Football season's back in full swing, folks, and we wanna see if you can guess who this star quarterback is!

We caught this athlete back in 2019, when he was attending the 2019 EA Sports Bowl and asked him about -- you guessed it, his history with baseball! Oh, and in case you didn't know, he was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in 2014, but he eventually switched to the gridiron.

Ricky Hatton -- "The Hitman" -- has died just weeks after announcing a surprise return to the ring.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed the legendary fighter was found dead at his home in England early Sunday morning, adding his death is not being treated as suspicious.

Tributes flooded in for Hatton, one of Britain's most beloved boxing icons. Former champ Amir Khan wrote, "Today we lost not only one of Britain's greatest boxers, but a friend, a mentor, a warrior."

One of the most prominent women's organizations in the country is demanding the NFL suspend Tyreek Hill ... as Roger Goodell's league investigates the latest domestic violence allegations against the Dolphins superstar.

National Organization for Women president Kim Villanueva told TMZ Sports this week she's livid that despite Keeta Vaccaro's claims against Hill, the Miami wide receiver will still be allowed to suit up against the New England Patriots later Sunday.

"Tyreek Hill should not be playing while these charges are being investigated," Villanueva said. "The NFL itself proudly proclaims that forty-seven percent of the NFL audience is women, and women are watching to see where the league stands today."

Bronny James has jumped over the biggest hurdle any man faces in a relationship -- he got his girlfriend's parents' approval ... with Salli Richardson and Dondre Whitfield telling TMZ Sports the Lakers hooper is good one!!

We caught up with the famous Hollywood couple/Parker Whitfield's mom and pops out at LAX this week ... and naturally, had to ask about their kid's romance with LeBron's oldest son.

While the two didn't spill on specifics, one thing's for sure -- they're Bronny fans.

If and when Shaquille O'Neal's Sacramento State men's basketball team faces off with Master P's University of New Orleans squad ... the NBA legend says he wants a whole lot more on the line than bragging rights.

During a chat with TMZ Sports this week, the Big Diesel -- who's the Hornets' general manager -- made it clear he's ready to "put whatever" on the line when it comes to CSUS vs. UNO.

"You tell Master P," O'Neal said, "when we do this game, if we're allowed to put a little wager on it, I'll put whatever."

Charlie Kirk's fans are expected to come out in the thousands to remember his life and legacy ... with a memorial event scheduled in about a week's time.

Turning Point USA announced an event titled "Building A Legacy: Remembering Charlie Kirk" will take place on Sunday, September 21 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.

The Arizona Cardinals play in the stadium -- they play on the road in San Francisco next week -- and, the official capacity of State Farm Stadium is 63,400.

The UFC will honor the late Charlie Kirk on Saturday at "Noche UFC" ... days after the beloved activist was assassinated on a college campus in Utah.

TMZ Sports has learned the fight promotion will pay tribute to Kirk near the top of the main event at 6 PM ET ... going down in front of a packed crowd at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.

The specifics of the tribute aren't known.

The start of football season means plenty of new opportunities are in the air, and we're looking out for fresh faces on the field, impressive new plays -- and Taylor Swift sightings at Kansas City Chiefs games!

To commemorate the NFL's second week, we're taking a look back to September 2023, when the hitmaker was first spotted supporting her now-fiancé Travis Kelce while the Chiefs took on the Chicago Bears ... they won the game, FYI.

Shaquille O'Neal says he's ready to take over Hollywood with TMZ ... offering to host an upcoming edition of the "TMZ After Dark" tour!

The NBA Hall of Famer told us he's ready to join up with fans of the show for a night of revelry ... as long as we do it up as big as the 7'1" inch celeb himself.

Shaq tells us he's down to hit the normal places our tour goes -- Scum & Villainy, Saddle Ranch, TomTom, Roosterfish or the like -- but, he wants the evening to end with a party of 100K strong ... all raging to DJ Diesel himself.

Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford goes down Saturday night, and Dana White, the bout's promoter, says it's ALREADY one of the top-selling fights in boxing history!

TMZ Sports ran into White in Los Angeles this week -- just a few days before the historic scrap -- when we asked about the magnitude of the event.

"[Canelo-Crawford] is already the third biggest fight of all time as far as gate. It's number one all-time in stadiums. It's the number one gate of all time at Allegiant Stadium," White told us.

Breathe easy, Longhorns fans ... Brett Favre says despite Arch Manning's early-season struggles -- he's just sure the Texas quarterback is going to be fine.

TMZ Sports chatted with the Hall of Famer following Manning's up-and-down start to the 2025-26 season ... and he told us, despite some hiccups, UT supporters will be loving what they see out of Arch in no time.

Favre explained opening the season on the road against Ohio State -- the defending national champions -- is a brutal way for any player to start, let alone one entering his first year as QB1.