UFC brings its trademark mayhem to the White House as President Trump celebrates 80th birthday
Summary
President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday by hosting a UFC mixed martial arts event on the White House South Lawn. The event featured fighters competing in title bouts, including American Justin Gaethje who won the lightweight championship and celebrated with President Trump.Key Facts
- The UFC event was held on the White House South Lawn in Washington, D.C.
- President Trump turned 80 years old on the day of the event.
- Fighters entered the cage from the Oval Office to begin the matches.
- Justin Gaethje, an American fighter, won the lightweight title against Ilia Topuria.
- Gaethje celebrated by doing a backflip and draping himself in the American flag and his championship belt.
- President Trump entered the cage to congratulate Gaethje after the fight.
- The event was part of Trump’s birthday celebration and also marked the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
- Military flyovers by the Navy’s Blue Angels and Air Force Thunderbirds were part of the celebration.
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