President Donald Trump confirmed he will attend the landmark UFC Freedom 250 event on June 14, 2025, on the South Lawn of the White House-coinciding with his 80th birthday and the America 250 celebration.
The event will feature two championship bouts: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title and Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight crown. Additional fights include Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi and Michael Chandler vs. Mauricio Ruffy.
UFC President Dana White, who has long been a close associate of Trump, emphasized the event’s nonpartisan nature, calling it a historic moment in sports history.
The White House will host 85,000 free tickets for the Ellipse viewing area, while South Lawn access is reserved for military personnel and VIPs.