Both were also seen enjoying the 2026 New Year together, celebrating privately and spending quality time alongside each other. They were also seen training together as Cortez worked on her striking with the light heavyweight champion. 

After the post went viral on the internet, it led to several discussions, as Cortez previously dated UFC featherweight Brian Ortega. As expected, many fans slid into Ortega’s inbox and repeatedly asked him about Cortez and the viral dating pictures. Following that attention, ‘T-City’ released an official statement addressing the situation and responding calmly to all circulating narratives.

“I see you guys hitting me up trying to get a rise out of me (yall creative I give you that) Listen up I’m beyond happy and been happy. It ain’t my style to talk about others personal life and choices nor is it my business. My business is my family and my career 2026 and every year after will always be about them,” wrote Brian Ortega via Instagram.

Brian Ortega is currently struggling after suffering two back-to-back losses, affecting his momentum inside the competitive featherweight division. His most recent defeat came against former champion Aljamain Sterling, and Ortega is now focused on bouncing back strongly in 2026.

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Brian Ortega and Tracy Cortez’s past relationship and breakup 

Brian Ortega and Tracy Cortez were once in a public relationship that attracted significant attention from MMA fans. The couple often shared supportive moments, attending events together and openly backing each other’s careers.

Their relationship became widely discussed within the MMA community, as both fighters were rising stars representing different UFC divisions. However, over time, personal differences and demanding professional schedules reportedly created distance between the two athletes and their priorities.

The breakup was eventually confirmed quietly, without public drama, as both chose to move forward, focusing on individual careers. Since then, Ortega and Cortez have remained private, with fans continuing to speculate about their past and future paths.

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