During the NCAA wrestling championships, commentator and former UFC champion Daniel Cormier couldn’t contain his fascination with wrestler Lucas Byrd and his significantly taller girlfriend.
In a moment that quickly captured viewers’ attention, Cormier interrupted his match analysis to point out the couple in the crowd.
“Hey, look at Byrd’s girlfriend over there, she’s 6’3″. Byrd’s got a 6’3″ girlfriend, look at him, he’s like 5’5″. Volleyball girl over there,” Cormier enthusiastically commented during the broadcast.
The moment came while Cormier was providing analysis on Byrd’s wrestling performance, but the commentator became distracted by the height difference between the athlete and his girlfriend.
“They’re famous on TikTok,” Cormier added, suggesting the couple has already gained some social media recognition for their notable height difference.
When Cormier’s fellow commentator attempted to redirect attention to the wrestling action, noting that Byrd “was trying to get to his attack,” Cormier remained fixated on the couple.
“Look, look, look, look, look, look, look, look, look, look, look, look, look,” Cormier persisted, before exclaiming, “He’s picking. He loves her, Ellie.”
His commentary partner took a more philosophical approach to the situation, remarking, “Love knows no boundaries, certainly not height, DC. I think they’re wonderful together.”
Cormier readily agreed, concluding with, “They’re wonderful.”
The charming exchange has since circulated widely on social media, with many viewers celebrating what some are calling a “short king” moment for the 5’5″ Byrd, whose athletic achievements were temporarily overshadowed by his relationship status.
While Cormier may have strayed from the wrestling action momentarily, his genuine excitement about the couple’s dynamic provided a lighthearted moment during the championship broadcast that resonated with viewers.
