The event marked the first time a professional mixed martial arts contest was held at the White House|@WhiteHouse|X
President Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday by hosting an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event on the South Lawn of the White House, turning the historic grounds into a massive sports arena.
The seven-bout fight card, part of the administration’s America 250 celebrations, became the first professional sporting event ever held at the White House. The event attracted more than 4,000 guests.
Trump, a longtime supporter of the UFC and a close friend of its leadership, sat in the front to watch the matches.
Other high-profile attendees included Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Joe Rogan, and Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison.