UFC Freedom 250 sets viewership record as Topuria fights Gaethje

UFC Freedom 250 achieved record viewership during its June 14 event at the White House in Washington, DC. The event peaked at 17 million viewers on Paramount+, marking the highest audience for any UFC event to date. Justin Gaethje faced Ilia Topuria in the main event while Alex Pereira fought Ciryl Gane, but Pereira was unsuccessful in his title challenge. This significant audience reflects the increasing mainstream appeal of UFC events, with previous records held by fights from over a decade ago. Dana White had aimed for viewership comparable to the Super Bowl, though the actual numbers fell short.

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