B.J. Penn Stripped of Title

B.J. Penn Stripped of Title

LAS VEGAS, NV, May 17, 2004…. Zuffa, LLC, owner of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, announced that due to BJ Penn’s reported signing with the K-1 organization, Penn would no longer compete in UFC events. Additionally, Penn’s actions have resulted in him being stripped of his title. 
“I am looking forward to moving on and crowning a champion,” stated UFC president, Dana White. 
An announcement will be made soon regarding who will compete for the welterweight championship.

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