Tech moguls Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk find themselves in a very public dispute concerning the details of their proposed face-off, as revealed by Musk earlier today.
The impending showdown, which has captured significant attention due to the prominence of the contenders, seems to be encountering certain obstacles even before it steps into the ring.
Musk's initial announcement laid out an extravagant backdrop for this clash, pinpointing an "epic location" in Italy.
Furthermore, he disclosed his intention to livestream the complete showdown on the X and Meta platforms, thereby heightening the excitement around this unique event.
However, Zuckerberg wasted no time in presenting his viewpoint on the matter, taking to Threads on Friday to set the record straight.
He conveyed his aspiration to involve Dana White and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in the planning process, a move that aligns with his aim to spotlight top-tier athletes in the competitive arena.
Zuckerberg was swift in clarifying that he hadn't yet accepted Musk's terms, urging caution against presuming any agreement at this juncture.
In his own words: "
'Not holding my breath for Elon, but I'll share details on my next fight when I'm ready. When I compete, I want to do it in a way that puts a spotlight on the elite athletes at the top of the game. You do that by working with professional orgs like the UFC or ONE to pull this off well and create a great card.'"
The Meta founder's commitment to a well-coordinated and esteemed event was further emphasized by a snapshot he shared of himself training vigorously in an Octagon set up in his backyard.
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The origins of this unconventional match trace back to June when Musk floated the idea of a cage match after learning about Zuckerberg's Threads project.
Despite the intrigue encircling this battle of tech magnates, it seems that it will be a while before any punches start flying.
Recent developments indicate that Musk requires minor shoulder surgery, a setback that will keep him sidelined for a few months.
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