Former mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor has lost his appeal against a 2023 civil court ruling in Ireland that found him liable for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand in 2018. The Court of Appeal dismissed McGregor's appeal in full, upholding the High Court jury's verdict. Earlier in the appeal process, McGregor withdrew his application to introduce fresh evidence, which had included claims that Hand was assaulted by her then-partner hours after the alleged sexual attack. The withdrawal of this evidence led the Court of Appeal to refer related documents to the Director of Public Prosecutions amid accusations of perjury involving two intended witnesses. McGregor could potentially face criminal prosecution for subornation of perjury. As a result of the original ruling, McGregor was ordered to pay 250,000 euros in damages to Hand. The case has attracted significant legal scrutiny and media attention, with judges continuing to weigh their opinions during the appeal before the final dismissal.