League: UFC Sport: MMA Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Dana White hints at new UFC event following Trump festivities

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Dana White hints at new UFC event following Trump festivities

Summary

Dana White, UFC President and CEO, discussed a potential new UFC event during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show. This follows the UFC Freedom 250 event held at the White House in June to celebrate the United States' 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday. White previously called the event a massive success despite facing a reported $30 million loss and stated he would not replicate such large-scale events. However, he mentioned that his head of production, Craig Borsari, has developed a new idea that they are currently evaluating, with an announcement expected when plans are finalized.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Dana White views UFC Freedom 250 as a success despite financial losses.
•White confirmed he won't hold another event like the Freedom 250.
•Craig Borsari has proposed a new event concept that is under consideration.
•Details of the new idea will be announced once finalized.

Latest Updates

10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Dana White breaks his silence on follow-up to Donald Trump event

What they're saying

"
The White House played host to UFC Freedom 250 on its South Lawn in June to celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday. The event wasn’t without its hiccups, including a reported $30 million loss, but UFC President and CEO Dana White still views the event as a massive success. “In…
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

UFC MMA