Eric Trump allegedly seeks fight info from Daniel Cormier before UFC event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:39 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Daniel Cormier shared messages on X revealing Eric Trump reached out to inquire if fights at UFC Freedom 250 were rigged. The exchange took place on June 13, the night before the combat event at the White House. Cormier expressed his dismay at the suggestion of insider knowledge and denounced the behavior as damaging to the sport. Cormier is set to commentate at the event which takes place on June 11.
- •Eric Trump asked Cormier about the legitimacy of fights scheduled for June 11.
- •Cormier condemned Trump's inquiry, emphasizing the importance of honesty in the sport.
- •Messages shared by Cormier on X included eight exchanges with Trump.
- •Cormier plans to commentate during UFC Freedom 250 set at the White House.
- 12:39 AMYahoo Sports — Did Eric Trump seek inside info from Daniel Cormier? What we know
"Screen messages from Daniel Cormier's X account suggest Eric Trump sought infomation from UFC legend Daniel Cormier before UFC Freedom 250 Sunday.
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