Jon Jones regrets missing UFC White House card fight opportunity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 9:33 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Jon Jones expressed regret over not fighting at the UFC White House card. The MMA legend, who retired in summer 2025, aimed to return for the event in June but could not reach an agreement with UFC president Dana White. Jones reflected on this decision, feeling he should have participated in a fight honoring military and law enforcement. His absence was notable during an event that ultimately featured Justin Gaethje defeating Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title.
- •Jon Jones retired in summer 2025 after holding the heavyweight title.
- •He wanted to fight on the UFC White House card but turned down the opportunity.
- •The event featured Justin Gaethje defeating Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title.
- •Jones cited contract negotiation issues as the reason for not competing.
- •He expressed a desire to honor military and law enforcement at the event.
- 9:33 AMYahoo Sports — UFC legend Jon Jones reveals one regret he’ll ‘live with forever’
"Jones retired in summer 2025 but angled for a return this June, on the UFC’s unprecedented White House card
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