Latest news with #RandyCouture
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Randy Couture shares recovery update after serious crash and begins healing at home
Randy Couture shares recovery update after serious crash and begins healing at home (Image via Getty) Randy Couture gave fans a reason to breathe a little easier this week. After a frightening crash that sent the former UFC champion to the hospital, the MMA legend is now recovering safely at home. The news has brought comfort to many across the fight world who were concerned after initial reports of the incident. Randy Couture released from hospital following recent accident On Friday, July 12, 2025, Randy Couture was involved in a serious crash. The exact details of the accident have not yet been shared publicly, but it was severe enough to land him in the hospital. Many sources reported the incident, confirming that Randy Couture had been hospitalized and was receiving medical care shortly after the crash. Thankfully, sources close to the 60-year-old confirmed on Monday, July 15, that Couture had been discharged from the hospital. He is now back home and recovering in a stable condition. While the accident was alarming, reports say Couture is doing well and resting comfortably under medical guidance. Randy Couture's strength shines through recovery Randy Couture is no stranger to tough battles. The six-time UFC champion has fought some of the toughest names in mixed martial arts history, and his fans always admired his ability to bounce back. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Now, even outside the octagon, he is proving that same strength. Also Read: UFC Legend Randy Couture Suffers Burn And Trauma Injuries Following NHRA Practice Crash In Kansas City Couture's health scare comes at a time when the MMA community has been reflecting on the contributions of its legends. As news of his hospital release spread, fellow fighters, fans, and sports pages flooded social media with messages of support. Many called him a 'warrior' and praised his resilience in facing this new challenge. Though he's retired from professional fighting, Randy Couture remains active in the MMA world through coaching and commentary. He's also well known for his roles in action films, especially the Expendables series. Now focused on recovery, Couture is expected to take some time to heal fully before returning to any public appearances or work-related events. For fans of Randy Couture and MMA lovers alike, the biggest win right now is knowing that 'The Natural' is safe, at home, and on the road to a strong recovery. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Prayers Pouring In For UFC Legend Randy Couture On Wednesday
Prayers Pouring In For UFC Legend Randy Couture On Wednesday originally appeared on The Spun. UFC legend Randy Couture was the victim of an unfortunate accident last week and prayers have been pouring in for him ever since. Couture was injured in a crash at a Kansas City racetrack and needed to be airlifted to a medical facility for treatment. He suffered first- and second-degree burns along with "trauma injuries and smoke inhalation," per TMZ. Thankfully, Couture got a major boost yesterday when he was released from the hospital in order to continue his recovery from home. "TMZ Sports has learned he's been discharged from the hospital following his scary crash last week and is now at home recovering," the outlet reported this morning. MMA fans were relieved to hear that Couture is making strides towards a full recovery: "Hoping for a speedy recovery, loved watching the rivalry between him and 'Iceman' Chuck Liddell," one user wrote on X. "Get well soon," wrote another. "I'm glad you're okay," a third wrote. "He will be okay." Last Wednesday TMZ's Michael Babcock reported that Couture sustained his injuries while driving a racecar while training for his upcoming NHRA motorsports debut. "Randy Couture, UFC legend and actor, was seriously injured driving a race car on Tuesday (7/8) in anticipation of his NHRA debut sometime this year. Couture suffered 1st and 2nd degree burns, trauma injuries, and smoke inhalation. Randy was airlifted to a local hospital, where he is currently being treated for his many injuries. Thankfully, he is expected to recover. RC's car was destroyed," Babcock wrote last week. Couture was one of the first MMA superstars produced by UFC. He was a three-time UFC Heavyweight Champion and a two-time UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, making him the first multi-divisional champion in the promotion's history. His six total championship reigns are the most by any fighter in UFC history. In 2006, Couture was elected to the UFC Hall of Fame as part of their Pioneer Wing. Since retiring from full-time mixed martial arts competitions, Couture has tried his hand at a number of ventures ranging from business to advocacy work to making movies. We wish him a full Pouring In For UFC Legend Randy Couture On Wednesday first appeared on The Spun on Jul 16, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Randy Couture's Latest Challenge Ends in a Serious Scare, According to Report
Randy Couture's Latest Challenge Ends in a Serious Scare, According to Report originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Randy Couture's competitive spirit led him into dangerous new territory. The former UFC champion, actor, and longtime face of combat sports recently set his sights on an entirely different arena — one defined by roaring engines and unforgiving asphalt. It was a bold pivot few saw coming, but one Couture approached with full intensity and trademark focus. Advertisement According to TMZ Sports, Couture was airlifted to a burn center after a high-speed crash during a National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) practice session in Kansas City. The 62-year-old was conducting a test run on Tuesday when the vehicle he was driving crashed, resulting in first- and second-degree burns, smoke inhalation, and other trauma-related injuries. Randy CoutureGetty Images His sudden pivot from Octagon dominance to drag racing was the kind of curveball only Randy could throw — and people were genuinely curious to see how it would go. Before the crash, Couture had been candid about his mindset: 'This is a new way to tickle that competitive spirit that I've had most of my life... I have no idea how it's going to go, but I'm excited about the opportunities.' The truth is, this wasn't just a vanity project. Couture had been fully immersed in the sport — earning his licensing, logging hours behind the wheel, and studying the nuances of pro stock racing. For someone who built a Hall of Fame career on discipline and guts, the transition felt less like a publicity stunt and more like a late-career reinvention. Advertisement Fortunately, TMZ reports that despite the severity of the injuries, he's expected to recover. As fans and former training partners send their support, Couture remains hospitalized under close medical care. No official timetable has been given, but if history tells us anything — the man known for surviving wars in the cage won't stay down for long. Related: UFC Nashville: Three Fighters Who Could Be Cut with a Loss Related: UFC Signs Dangerous Heavyweight Submission Specialist in Latest Move This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
UFC legend Randy Couture suffers serious burns and other injuries in racetrack crash
Randy Couture is expected to recover after suffering burns and other injuries when he crashed during a practice ride at a racetrack this week. (Gabe Ginsberg / Getty Images) Former UFC champion Randy Couture suffered severe burns and other injuries Tuesday when he crashed the car he was driving during practice rides at a racetrack near Kansas City, Mo. The 62-year-old retired fighter and former Army drill sergeant was airlifted to a burn center and remained there as of Wednesday morning. He is expected to recover. Advertisement Read more: Win over Chávez makes Jake Paul feel like a real fighter and not just a YouTuber "If you know anything about Randy — he's a freak of nature and will survive this like everything else," Couture's longtime manager and attorney Samuel Spira said in an email Wednesday afternoon. No further updates on Couture's condition will be issued until Thursday, Spira said. TMZ was the first to report about Couture's crash and his injuries, which include first- and second-degree burns, trauma injuries and smoke inhalation. The car he was driving was completely wrecked, TMZ reported, and it is unclear what caused the accident. Advertisement A state champion wrestler at Lynnwood High School in Washington state, Couture continued in the sport while in the Army in 1982-88 and at Oklahoma State, finishing second in the NCAA Division I championships in 1991 and 1992. He was an alternate for the U.S. Olympic team three times (1988, 1992 and 1996) and a semifinalist at the 2000 Olympic Trials. Read more: Livvy Dunne tried to buy Babe Ruth's apartment. The building's co-op board said no Couture went on to become a mixed martial arts superstar, becoming a six-time UFC champion in the heavyweight and light heavyweight divisions and was inducted into the organization's Hall of Fame in 2006. More recently, Couture has become involved with hot rod racing. Scag Racing announced in April that Couture would drive for the team in the NHRA's Pro Mod program starting later this year. Get the best, most interesting and strangest stories of the day from the L.A. sports scene and beyond from our newsletter The Sports Report. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Fox News
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
UFC great Randy Couture airlifted to burn center following fiery crash ahead of NHRA racing debut
Former UFC fighter Randy Couture required a medical airlift to a burn center on Tuesday. The emergency transport to a Kansas City burn center happened shortly after the MMA legend sustained what TMZ Sports reported as first and second-degree burns, trauma injuries, and smoke inhalation following a crash on a racetrack. Couture was ramping up for his first National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) racing event at the time of the harrowing accident. It is unclear what caused the wreck. Couture's vehicle appeared to suffer major damage from the crash. As of Wednesday, Couture remains in the burn center. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Last month, Couture shared his excitement about the opportunity to take to the track in 2025. "It's a whole different animal," Couture said during an appearance on the "Bubba The Love Sponge Show." "Sitting in the stands, it looks easy. They say, 'Oh, he just goes fast.' But there is so much more involved." "This is a new way to tickle that competitive spirit that I've had most of my life; a new place for me to get competitive and make a mark in racing," Couture added. "I'll bring all the things I developed as a wrestler and martial artist into this realm and see what we can do. I have no idea how it's going to go, but I'm excited about the opportunities." Couture finished his MMA career with a 19-11 record. Couture earned titles in UFC's light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions during his standout career. He retired in 2011. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
