It all started with what appeared to be a game. A social media exchange has now escalated into what could be the most lucrative fight in recent memory. However, if Elon Musk really wants to face Mark Zuckerberg, he will have to get down to business, and the CEO of Meta is known to be a fan of martial arts. For this, Tesla’s head has done the same, and has started training with Lex Fridman, the famous Brazilian podcaster and black belt.
According to reports from TMZ, Lex Fridman had the opportunity to participate in an impromptu training session with Elon Musk, as part of his preparation for the fight with Mark Zuckerberg. The meeting between the two celebrities would have lasted several hours, according to reports. Additionally, the podcaster, who is also a research scientist at MIT, expressed admiration for the physical abilities of the Tesla CEO, which he described with the word “impressive”.
Of course, it seems that Lex Fridman is not entirely sure regarding the fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. In the same statement he comments that while it was “epic” and “really inspiring” to see these billionaires doing martial arts, he believes that “the world is best served if they train, but don’t fight in the cage.” However, the Brazilian black belt claims to be there to support both characterswhatever happens.
The fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg attracts more and more public
Meanwhile, Elon Musk has received an impressive offer from Georges St-Pierre, the legend of the UFC. The latter has offered to help the billionaire prepare for his confrontation with Mark Zuckerberg. Through Twitter, he claimed to be a big fan of the Tesla CEO, adding that “it would be an absolute honor to help you and be your training partner.”
Three days later, Musk decided to accept, answering his tweet in the affirmative.. Of course, given St-Pierre’s status as a former UFC welterweight and middleweight champion, he considers himself one of the best fighters in MMA.
When will the fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg take place? The truth is that there is still no date or place. Of course, Dana White, president of the UFC, has already spoken with both men, and believes that it has the potential to become the most lucrative matchup of all time. In the case of a public event, the businessman assured that it could be held in Las Vegas, at a cost of $100 per ticket.