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UFC to Host Blockbuster Event at White House for America's 250th
11 Jul
Summary
- UFC plans to hold a major event at the White House in 2026 to celebrate America's 250th birthday
- Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall could headline the card, with Conor McGregor also a potential competitor
- UFC CEO Dana White promises it will be "the baddest card of all time"
In a surprising announcement, the White House has revealed plans to host a major UFC event in 2026 to commemorate America's 250th birthday. According to UFC President Dana White, the promotion is expected to put on one of its biggest cards ever for the historic occasion.
"Everyone wants to fight on this card," White said. "We will absolutely, positively put on the baddest card of all time." The event is set to take place on the White House grounds, with the iconic building and the Washington Monument serving as the backdrop.
The main event could feature a highly anticipated matchup between former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and current heavyweight titleholder Tom Aspinall. Jones, who recently re-entered the UFC's anti-doping testing pool, has expressed interest in competing at the White House, saying it would be an opportunity to "represent America."
Another potential draw for the card is the possible return of former two-division champion Conor McGregor, who has not fought in the UFC since 2021. White hinted that there "could be" a scenario where Jones and McGregor could share the same card in 2026.
With the promise of a stacked lineup and the unique setting, the UFC's White House event is shaping up to be one of the biggest MMA events in history.
