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Viewership for Trump’s UFC fights 117 million short of Dana White’s Super Bowl-level prediction

UFC president Dana White had bullishly predicted ‘Super Bowl-type numbers’ for the event

The Independent UK

Conor McGregor and Terence Crawford clash over Ilia Topuria: ‘You don’t have the courage’

Crawford mocked a beaten Topuria, who previously expressed a desire to fight the boxer – and now McGregor has waded in with his own claim

The Independent UK

When the White House becomes fight club

A cage fight on the South Lawn helps us understand violence, politics and spectacle in the Age of Trump

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Paddy Pimblett predicts Ilia Topuria’s next move – and how he may factor in after White House loss

Interview: Pimblett demanded a rematch with undisputed lightweight champion Justin Gaethje after watching him beat Topuria to a pulp at the White House, but confirms he is not completely against a fight with his long-term rival

The Independent UK

Beaten to a pulp at the White House, we need to talk about Illia Topuria

Comment: A huge favourite against Justin Gaethje, Topuria found himself brutally beaten to the point that he retired on his stool before the final round

The Independent UK

Paddy Pimblett issues expletive-laden response to rival Ilia Topuria’s defeat by Justin Gaethje

Pimblett and Topuria have been fierce rivals since an altercation in 2022, although they have never fought one another

The Independent UK

Ilia Topuria releases statement on brutal UFC White House beating by Justin Gaethje

In a huge upset, Topuria retired on his stool between rounds four and five, as he lost for the first time – and lost the UFC lightweight title

The Independent UK

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UFC analyst blames hackers for fake posts showing Eric Trump DMs about ‘rigged’ White House fight shared on X. Eric says they’re AI

Eric confirmed that they're AI-generated.

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Did Ilia Topuria Win? The Brutal Left-Right Combo That Rocked Trump's White House Arena

Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn, marking a dramatic event attended by President Trump on his 80th birthday.

International Business Times UK

Justin Gaethje, Ciryl Gane, Sean O'Malley, Mauricio Ruffy Shine as UFC 250 At White House Delivers Shock Winner

UFC Freedom 250 at the White House saw Justin Gaethje's shocking victory over Ilia Topuria, alongside dominant performances from Ciryl Gane, Sean O'Malley, and others, reshaping the sport's narrative.

International Business Times UK

UFC Freedom 250: Justin Gaethje beats Ilia Topuria to claim undisputed lightweight title

Presidential residence hosted controversial combat sports event

Evening Standard

Trump’s White House UFC fights marred by ugly Michelle Obama smear

Justin Gaethje stunned Ilia Topuria in the main event as a night of military pageantry, political theater and cage fighting veered into conspiracy-laden culture-war rhetoric

The Guardian - US

Justin Gaethje scores upset UFC championship win in controversial White House fight

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The Independent UK

Gaethje shocks Topuria to win UFC lightweight crown

American Justin Gaethje has scored a shock win over Ilia Topuria at the "UFC Freedom 250" ‌event on the lawns of the White House.

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The Independent UK

Justin Gaethje scores huge upset over Ilia Topuria at UFC White House to realise career-long dream

Gaethje won undisputed UFC gold at the third time of asking – and he did so by forcing a corner stoppage as Topuria lost for the first time

The Independent UK

UFC White House fighter Josh Hokit calls Michelle Obama a ‘man’ in sweary post-win interview

Hokit made the controversial statement after knocking out Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250

The Independent UK

UFC Freedom 250 LIVE results: Ilia Topuria rushed to hospital after White House pummelling by Justin Gaethje

An unprecedented event on the South Lawn ended with Topuria being beaten for the first time, as Gaethje finally became undisputed lightweight champion

The Economic Times

UFC 250 start time fights tonight live, main card: How to watch MMA fights from White House lawn as Donald Trump hosts Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje, Alex Pereira, other matches

UFC Freedom 250 tonight live: UFC has said it spent more than $60 million on the event and will not make a profit.

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The Independent UK

UFC Freedom 250 weigh-in LIVE: Joe Rogan ‘screws up’ as host while fans boo foreign White House fighters

Ahead of Sunday’s remarkable fights on the South Lawn, fighters tipped the scales at the Ellipse

The Independent UK

UFC White House fighter throws up at weigh-in: ‘So what? I was drinking’

The controversial Hokit, who has made a name for himself by playing different characters, was added to Sunday’s fight card at Donald Trump’s request

International Business Times UK

Topuria vs Gaethje: Who Is Winning the Net Worth Battle Ahead of UFC Freedom 250?

The UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House marks a historic moment, featuring high-profile fights and celebrating 250 years of the United States. Top fighters like Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje headline the event.

The Independent UK

Meet Ilia Topuria, the stone-cold fighter headlining the UFC’s remarkable White House event

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Before the unbeaten champion eyes another iconic KO as he defends his title against USA’s Justin Gaethje, he speaks to Alex Pattle about the fight of his life on the South Lawn – and why he’s ‘already lived it’

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of UFC Freedom 250 Star Ilia Topuria's Ex-Wife, Giorgina Uzcategui Badell: A Peek at Her Lifestyle & Net Worth

Giorgina Uzcategui Badell, former partner of UFC star Ilia Topuria, has built a successful career in entrepreneurship, managing business ventures in renewable energy and social media branding.

The Independent UK

UFC Freedom 250 press conference LIVE: Dana White ends Lincoln Memorial event after divorce insult

Two days before a UFC fight card at the White House, headliner Ilia Topuria was once again the subject of jibes from controversial heavyweight Josh Hokit

International Business Times UK

Where to Watch UFC Freedom 250: Live Stream, Start Time and Fight Card for Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane

UFC Freedom 250, held at the White House, features championship bouts with top fighters like Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira. The event promises high stakes and historic significance.

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