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UFC Builds White House Octagon for 250th, Trump's 80th

5/27/2026

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An octagon cage is being erected on White House South Lawn for a UFC fight marking the nation’s 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
President Donald Trump is overseeing the project while UFC officials say up to 85,000 free tickets will be offered with a 5,000-seat arena outside the White House entrance.
The fight card features Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane and Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje.

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An octagon cage is being erected on White House South Lawn for a UFC fight marking the nation’s 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
President Donald Trump is overseeing the project while UFC officials say up to 85,000 free tickets will be offered with a 5,000-seat arena outside the White House entrance.
The fight card features Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane and Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje.