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UFC Freedom 250 features Bruce Buffer in custom stars-and-stripes suit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:02 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

UFC Freedom 250 features Bruce Buffer in custom stars-and-stripes suit
Summary

UFC Freedom 250 took place on June 14 at the White House, marking a unique event designed to celebrate America's semiquincentennial, Flag Day, and President Trump's birthday. Bruce Buffer, the longtime UFC announcer, showcased a custom-made suit featuring 24-karat gold thread, crafted over 64 hours, as the card's official announcer. The night's main event features lightweight champion Ilia Topuria facing interim champion Justin Gaethje in a unification bout. The event has experienced delays due to inclement weather in Washington, D.C., and is set to open with featherweights Diego Lopes and Steve Garcia once the action begins.

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  • •Event honors America's 250th birthday and President Trump's birthday.
  • •Bruce Buffer wears a custom suit made with 24-karat gold thread.
  • •Ilia Topuria defends his lightweight title against Justin Gaethje.
  • •Fights initially scheduled for 8 p.m. ET were delayed due to weather.
  • •Diego Lopes and Steve Garcia set to open the card.
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  • 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Freedom 250: Bruce Buffer dons '24-karat gold thread' stars-and-stripes suit for White House fights
What they're saying
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Bruce Buffer is always one to dress for the occasion. Sunday's White House fights are no exception.

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