Lord of time! Dana White defies nature and guarantees UFC White House event: 'I'm fed up'

Dana White at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

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A friend of Donald Trump, the President of the United States, Dana White did everything he could to UFC White House, which previously seemed like a far-fetched idea, is finally coming to fruition. Determined, the organization's leader is finally getting closer to seeing the biggest project of his career come to fruition, as it is scheduled to take place this Sunday (14), in Washington (USA), and he will not let anything stop its realization, not even the weather.

In recent days, the capital of the United States has been suffering from heavy rains. This was even affected by the press conference to promote the... UFC White HouseThe event, held this Friday (12), was postponed precisely because of the bad weather. To make matters worse, according to the newspaper 'The New York Times', there is a real chance of a storm hitting the region in the afternoon/evening of Sunday, which could seriously disrupt the event.

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Due to the climate risk alert, many MMA fans and professionals began to speculate that the highly anticipated and grand event... UFC White House It could be canceled. When questioned about such a possibility, Dana didn't want to know and insisted that the show, which celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence and the president's birthday, will proceed as scheduled, even if the athletes fight in a completely hostile environment, with strong winds and even the possibility of hail, lightning, and tornadoes.

“The show goes on Sunday. No matter what happens, we’re going to do it. So, I don’t care if it rains, snows, or whatever happens. We’ll have fights on Sunday. I’m tired of hearing about the weather and all the other things related to this event. We’ll have a fight on Sunday night on the White House lawn, regardless of what happens,” said the official.

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, Ilia Topuria defends the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg) against Justin gaethje, owner of the interim title.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be heavily represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. The former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion is seeking the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against... 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): Mauricio Ruffy x Michael chandler

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): BoNickal x Kyle Daukaus

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg): Diego lopes x Steve Garcia