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Justin Gaethje secures TKO victory at UFC Freedom 250

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Justin Gaethje secures TKO victory at UFC Freedom 250
Summary

Justin Gaethje scored a fourth-round TKO against Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC Freedom 250, held at the White House in Washington DC on June 17, 2026. This victory marks Gaethje's ascension to undisputed lightweight champion after a decisive performance that showcased his resilience and skill. Daniel Cormier highlighted the significance of the event’s setting, suggesting it enhanced Gaethje's performance while representing the United States. With this win, Gaethje, previously ranked fifth, moves into a prominent position within the lightweight division.

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  • •Gaethje defeats Topuria via fourth-round doctor's stoppage TKO.
  • •The fight took place at UFC Freedom 250 on June 17, 2026.
  • •Cormier believes the White House setting influenced the fight's outcome.
  • •Gaethje becomes the undisputed lightweight champion.
  • •This was his first title fight against an undefeated champion.
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  • 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Cormier: Everything about UFC Freedom 250 'worked perfectly' for Justin Gaethje
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Daniel Cormier believes UFC Freedom 250 was the perfect setting for Justin Gaethje to pull off a massive upset.

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