Weather forecast improves for UFC Freedom 250 at White House this Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Dana White's concerns over weather conditions for the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House appear to be diminishing with a new forecast predicting dry conditions this Sunday. The event will take place on the South Lawn, featuring Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul as the headline bout, alongside Ilia Topuria defending his lightweight title against Justin Gaethje. Earlier forecasts had warned of thunderstorms, sparking concerns, but the latest predictions now call for warm temperatures around 82°F with no expected rain. Despite humidity levels nearing 80%, fighters are advised to prepare for severe heat during their bouts. Dana White confirmed that all fights will proceed unless there is lightning.
- •UFC Freedom 250 takes place at the White House on June 11.
- •Main event features Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul.
- •Ilia Topuria defends lightweight title against Justin Gaethje.
- •Favorable weather predicted after earlier storms concerns.
- •Fighters advised to prepare for high temperatures.
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — Weather update eases Dana White’s concerns for UFC White House event
"Concerns over the weather at the upcoming UFC event at the White House may have been eased with a fresh forecast. This Sunday, an unusual combat sports event is set to take place on the South Lawn of the White House, something we’ve never seen before.
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