Conor Benn Almost Gets into Fight with Boxing Rival While Attending Event in New York

On February 1, 2026, British welterweight Conor Benn was in attendance at Madison Square Garden in New York to watch the fight between American light‑flyweight champion Teofimo Lopez and the Cuban‑American prospect Shakur Stevenson. During the event, Benn’s close associate was separated from his Azerba‑participant Rolly Romero, and the two fighters nearly engaged in a physical altercation. Room service security intervened before any violence occurred. The incident drew media attention, highlighting the long‑standing rivalry between Benn and Romero after their 2023 world title bout. A local police report confirmed no injuries were sustained. The confrontation underscored the tension that can accompany prizefighters attending non‑their own fights in crowded venues.