WHAT IF TIME ITSELF BECAME A CURRENCY IN COMBAT SPORTS ? THAT’S THE BOLD CHALLENGE TAKEN ON IN 2025 BY CHARLES NAVILLOD AND THOMAS FAURE, FOUNDERS OF THE RISING FRENCH MMA LEAGUE DUEL FIGHTING. THESE TWO VISIONARY FRENCH PROMOTERS ARE BREAKING THE CODES OF THE SPORTE WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE WORLD’S FIRST MONETARY TIMER. A ONE-OF-A-KIND CONCEPT THAT REDEFINES BOTH THE WAY ATHLETES FIGHT AND THE WAY FANS EXPERIENCE SPORTING COMPETITIONS.
A GROUNDBREAKING PRINCIPLE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING!
Launched in 2025 by two visionary French promoters, the Monetary Timer is a cutting-edge digital innovation that monetises fight time in real time, making competitions more explosive and delivering a captivating experience for fans. A world-first in combat sports ! How it works :
On a giant screen visible to both the audience and the athletes, a live prize pool decreases second by second.
The faster the fight ends, the greater the reward.
Playing it safe is no longer an option—fighters must aim for a spectacular finish (KO, TKO, submission, etc.) to obtain the prize.
This system confronts fighters with a double challenge: not only to win, but to win in spectacular fashion. Every second now matters and becomes crucial to securing a higher bonus. The prize takes the form of an immediate cash reward, paid directly to the winner. Depending on the event, it typically ranges from €200 to €2,000.
The Monetary Timer pushes athletes to go beyond their limits while keeping fans on the edge of their seats every second. This bold approach turns each passing moment into a financial stake and each showdown into a true race against time—where strategy and spectacle intertwine to deliver a show of unparalleled intensity. Originally designed for MMA, the concept can also be adapted to other combat sports such as boxing, kickboxing, or even e-sports.
AN INNOVATIVE AND FULLY SYNCHRONIZED TECHNOLOGY
More than just a bonus system, the Monetary Timer acts as the true conductor of the event, ensuring seamless synchronisation between all key players :
Referees for precise and transparent timekeeping.
TV production teams for smooth and dynamic live broadcasts.
Giant screens and live streaming platforms for total fan immersion—both in the arena and online.
A LANDMARK DEBUT AT THE LARGEST AMATEUR MMA EVENT EVER HELD IN FRANCE
The Monetary Timer was officially unveiled to the public during DUEL 4 in June 2025, at the largest amateur MMA event ever organized in France. In front of several thousand spectators gathered for this historic evening, fighters tested this groundbreaking concept—delivering explosive performances. Notably, 4 out of 10 fights ended before the time limit, showcasing a significant increase in fight intensity thanks to the Monetary Timer. The result: a thrilled and captivated audience !
This event, highlighted by a high-level fight card and spectacular – sometimes even unexpected – matchups, served as the perfect launchpad for this global innovation. Building on this resounding success, the concept will naturally return at DUEL 5, on October 18, 2025, in Albertville, France.
Proof of its high potential, the Monetary Timer is already generating strong international interest, notably from major MMA organisations such as the prestigious Polish league KSW.
To secure this unique concept, the Monetary Timer benefits from multiple layers of strong legal protection. It has been officially registered with :
The INPI (French National Institute of Industrial Property) in France.
The APP (Agency for the Protection of Programs), the official body for intellectual property protection in France and Europe,
and the U.S. Copyright Office, ensuring its recognition and protection on the international market.
This triple legal recognition guarantees full exclusivity and opens new perspectives :
Deployment across other sports disciplines, beyond MMA.
International licensing opportunities, allowing foreign sports organisations to integrate this innovation under exclusive conditions.
A decisive step that positions the Monetary Timer as a strategic, protected innovation, ready to revolutionise the sports industry on a global scale.
“We have always been pioneers in terms of innovation, and we are proud to be the first to introduce such a concept in MMA. With the launch of the Monetary Timer, the goal is simple: give fighters an extra motivation while intensifying the suspense for the fans. This will transform the dynamics of competition and take the spectator experience to the next level !” Charles Navillod, Founder of DUEL.
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