Yoel Romero is one of the most physically imposing fighters in the MMA world. Despite that, it was recently revealed that ‘Soldier of God’ has a particular fear. Romero, who is scheduled to fight at Bellator 297, did not attend the pre-fight press conference in person in Chicago. Many fans have shared their reactions to the incident.

Romero will go head-to-head against light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov for the title. It will be his fourth fight for the promotion since joining them in 2020. While he lost his debut Bellator fight, he registered knockout finishes in his next two bouts. That landed him an opportunity to fight for the title. However, even a fighter as strong and talented as Romero has his own fears.

What is Yoel Romero afraid of?

The press conference for Bellator 297 was held in Chicago, Illinois. However, ‘Soldier of God’ was nowhere to be found in attendance. The reason for his absence was the venue of the press conference, which took place on the 99th floor of Willis Tower. The building has 110 floors in total. For 25 years, the Willis Tower was the tallest building in the world. Romero apparently has a fear of heights.

Chael Sonnen, who mediated the press conference, revealed the news about Romero’s fear of heights during the event. He said, “You guys know why he’s [Romero] is not here today?… Turns out he’s scared of heights.” Moreover, Yoel Romero also confirmed that tall buildings are not for him while being present at the event through Zoom. He said, “Not even with my kids would I be able to go up on a Ferris wheel.” 

Fans react to Romero’s absence during the press conference

As soon as MMA fans heard about this fear, they took to social media to share their thoughts. In fact, they had several questions about it.

• So how does he fly to his fights?
• So he’s never been in a skyscraper or something??
• Was the conference on a hot air balloon I don’t get it
• Translated; weight cut going poorly
• Lowkey don’t blame him. Willis tower feels like it shakes from the wind sometimes
• that vertigo is crazy i don’t blame him
• That’s why he’ll never reach the top
• Bellator should have moved it then, very bad look.

The fans were confused about Romero’s fear of heights, wondering how he travels to his fights. Many Instagram users felt Bellator should have changed the location of the conference.

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Despite Yoel Romero not attending the pressers, he will be present for his light heavyweight title bout. He has so far been unable to capture a major championship throughout his MMA career and will hope to break the duck at Bellator 297.

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