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Topuria Teases Trump About Gaethje Fight

Published May 7, 2026 · Updated May 7, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuri playfully challenged President Donald Trump regarding his decision to give friend Justin Gaethje the toughest test in their upcoming White House bout.

During a visit to the Oval Office, Topuri asked the president, 'Why did you want to give the toughest test to a friend of yours?' Trump replied that he wanted to give the hardest challenge. chickenroadslot.pro

The event marks the first UFC fight at the White House on June 14. Topuri faces Gaethje for the undisputed title, while Alex Pereira takes on Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight belt.

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