Donald Trump Unveils White House UFC Plans
Trump said the White House event will feature a 5,000-seat arena and free viewing for up to 100,000 spectators.
- President Donald Trump unveiled plans for UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn, scheduled for June 14 and featuring top fighters competing before thousands of spectators.
- Trump met with UFC CEO Dana White on May 5 to coordinate planning, positioning the event as part of the administration's year of celebrations marking America's 250th anniversary.
- Construction on the temporary structure will begin shortly, with approximately 5,000 seats in the main arena and space for 75,000 to 100,000 spectators at the White House Ellipse watching on screens for free.
- Trump hosted fighters Justin Gaethje, Ilia Topuria, Alex Pereira, and Ciryl Gane in the Oval Office, calling them "the greatest fighters in the world" and displaying a UFC championship belt at the Resolute Desk.
- The June 14 bout falls on Flag Day and President Trump's 80th birthday, serving as part of the administration's year of celebrations that showcases American strength and athletic excellence on the world stage.
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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! UFC Freedom 250 is fast approaching after nearly a year of planning, and President Donald Trump gave fans a first look at renderings of what the octagon will look like on the South Lawn. Trump had the fighters for the co-main events behind him in the Oval Office on Wednesday – Alex Pereira will fight Cyril Gane, while Justin Gaethje will go up against Ilia Topuria. While hosting the fighters, Trump sho…
Trump welcomes UFC fighters to the White House, previews upcoming South Lawn fight
President Donald Trump summoned reporters to the Oval Office on Wednesday touting the upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship match that will take place at the White House in June.
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