Cody Haddon, an Australian fighter, faced disappointment after his victory at UFC Macau when he publicly requested a $100,000 performance bonus due to financial struggles. Despite knocking out Aoriqileng in the second round, Haddon was only awarded a $25,000 finish bonus. His emotional plea during the post-fight interview did not sway UFC officials, who instead granted bonuses to other fighters, including Song Yadong and Kai Asakura. The incident has sparked discussions about the UFC's bonus allocation process, with UFC commentator Joe Rogan expressing his disdain for fighters needing to plead for financial recognition. Rogan highlighted that the UFC has substantial funds available, suggesting that fighters should be compensated more equitably without the need for public appeals. The event also featured co-headliners Menifield and Zhang, who received bonuses for their performance, underscoring the competitive nature of bonus awards within the organization.