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Sean O'Malley speaks to Trump after UFC Freedom 250 victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:35 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Sean O'Malley speaks to Trump after UFC Freedom 250 victory
Summary

At UFC Freedom 250, Sean O'Malley defeated Aiemann Zahabi on June 18 at the White House. After his knockout victory, O'Malley whispered to President Donald Trump that he had 'knocked out a Canadian for you,' coinciding with Trump's 80th birthday. The event celebrated America's upcoming 250th anniversary and attracted over 4,000 spectators. Despite all fights ending in knockouts, O'Malley did not receive a performance bonus. UFC CEO Dana White addressed offensive remarks made by fighter Josh Hokit during the event.

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  • •Sean O'Malley knocked out Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250.
  • •The fight occurred at the White House on June 18.
  • •O'Malley celebrated Trump's birthday with his comments.
  • •UFC invested $60 million in the event, drawing over 4,000 spectators.
  • •Dana White condemned derogatory comments made by Josh Hokit.
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  • 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — UFC fighter reveals the six words he whispered to Trump after big win at UFC White House fight
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The UFC fighter said the atmosphere of the White House fight felt ‘different’ than others

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