Kickboxer flashes Nazi salute after beating Jewish opponent, prompting violent scene in Orlando arena
A kickboxing match in Orlando turned hostile when Paul Miller gave a Nazi salute after defeating Jewish influencer Ben Azoulay, while spectators displayed hate symbols.
At the Kia Center in Orlando, a kickboxing contest between Paul Miller and Jewish influencer Ben "King" Azoulay descended into a hate-filled episode. Miller, who bears an SS lightning-bolt tattoo and has a criminal record, performed a Nazi salute twice after winning the fight, while spectators displayed a swastika banner and gave Nazi salutes. The disturbance sparked multiple fights among attendees before a venue employee seized the banner.
Miller used a microphone to hurl anti-Jewish insults at Azoulay, who later vowed to combat antisemitism. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, State Rep. Anna Eskamani, and Shalom Orlando CEO Marni Mandell publicly denounced the display, and Kia USA spokesperson James Bell condemned the behavior, citing the company's values of respect and dignity.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the presence of extremist hate symbols at public events and raises concerns about safety and community tolerance.
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