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Justin gaethje celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
The interim lightweight champion (70,3 kg), Justin gaethje, is in the final stretch of preparation for the fight in which he will try to unify the belt against Ilia TopuriaThe fight, scheduled for June 14th, will take place outdoors in the gardens of the White House in Washington, DC (USA), a setting that presents climatic challenges that coach Trevor Wittman is already trying to overcome in the fighter's training camp.
The US capital is known for its high temperatures and high humidity during the month of June, considered one of the hottest periods of the year, according to the website 'World Data'. Therefore, Gaethje's team adjusted their training to simulate these conditions, focusing on building endurance and adapting to the prolonged physical exertion the athlete may face during the fight.
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“We’re also including sauna sessions between workouts to deal with the heat. Washington (DC) is extremely humid. We’ll have to deal with insects, so we’re preparing for the unexpected.” Justin gaethje "He's in great shape," declared his coach, Trevor Wittman, in content published on the American fighter's official YouTube channel.
Now, the expectation revolves around how these adjustments might impact Gaethje's performance against... Ilia TopuriaIn a duel that pits two athletes accustomed to indoor events against each other, they will now have to deal with a completely different scenario in one of the most anticipated fights in the category.
UFC White House
O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.
In the main fight UFC White House, the Georgian Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.
Alex Poatan in the spotlight
Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Brazil is represented in UFC White House. In the co-principal struggle, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. The renowned striker, former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.
In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. The pair faces Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.
UFC White House fight schedule
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt
Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt
Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi
Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis
Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy
Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal
Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes
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