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Dana White presents first-ever MMA event at the White House

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:12 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Dana White presents first-ever MMA event at the White House

Summary

The White House is set to host its inaugural MMA event, UFC Freedom 250, on Sunday night with a card headlined by Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. Organized by UFC CEO Dana White, the lineup consists of seven fights, showcasing male fighters exclusively, as female representation will be limited to ring girls. Among those ring girls are Chrissy Blair, a prominent Octagon figure since 2013, and Red Dela Cruz, recognized as the first Filipina Octagon Girl. Preparations are underway as weather concerns prompt the UFC to release statements regarding potential delays.

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By the Numbers

•UFC Freedom 250 features a seven-fight card.
•Ilia Topuria faces Justin Gaethje in the main event.
•Weather issues are a concern for the event's schedule.
•Chrissy Blair and Red Dela Cruz will serve as the ring girls.
•Dela Cruz gained fame as the first Filipina UFC Octagon Girl.

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1:12 AMYahoo Sports — From the cage to the Capitol: The UFC Freedom 250 models who broke the internet at the White House

What they're saying

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The White House is set to host its first-ever MMA event on Sunday night, with Dana White bringing a full card to the South Lawn. UFC CEO Dana White has pulled together a seven-fight lineup for this one, headlined by Ilia Topuria v Justin Gaethje.
— Yahoo Sports

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