Justin Gaethje wins lightweight championship at UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:07 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Justin Gaethje secured the lightweight championship at the UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn of the White House on June 15, 2026, defeating Ilia Topuria in a highly anticipated main event. Gaethje's victory came after a brutal fight where Topuria sustained significant injuries, prompting medical evaluation after the third round. Heavyweight Josh Hokit made headlines for post-fight comments targeting Michelle Obama, while Mauricio Ruffy proposed to the mother of his children following his knockout victory over Michael Chandler. The event featured appearances by President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and musician Tyson Fury, enhancing the already notable atmosphere of the celebration honoring the country's 250th birthday.
- •Justin Gaethje defeats Ilia Topuria to win lightweight championship.
- •Hokit and Ruffy make noteworthy post-fight remarks and proposals.
- •Event features President Trump and notable musical performances.
- •All initial six fights ended in knockouts or technical knockouts.
- •Tyson Fury appears at the White House but does not fight.
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