11-06-26
UFC Freedom 250 is officially set for Sunday on the White House South Lawn, marking a high-profile showcase for the promotion in a uniquely historic setting.
The seven-fight card will unfold outdoors at the iconic venue and is available to watch on Paramount+. The event is being promoted as a celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary.
UFC Freedom 250 also coincides with president Donald Trump's 80th birthday, adding another notable layer to the occasion.
The idea of the UFC holding fights at the White House is described as something that would have seemed nonsensical less than a decade ago, and UFC assistant managing editor Matthew Wells examines the political and cultural aspects of the event.
