Is the UFC’s White House card good enough? Grading every fight
The UFC is set to host a unique fight card at the White House on June 14, celebrating 250 years of the United States. While the event was initially promised to feature a larger number of title fights, it will instead showcase seven bouts, with only two being for titles. Fans have expressed disappointment over the card's lineup, particularly regarding the main event matchups.
- ▪The UFC's White House event will take place on June 14, 2026.
- ▪The card will feature seven fights, with six involving US fighters and two title bouts.
- ▪US President Donald Trump had initially predicted eight to nine fights for the event.
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