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Alex Pereira Signals White House Card Is Off After Pushing for Jon Jones Superfight

Dana White has delayed matchmaking for the June White House event, citing limited trust in relying on Jon Jones for the card.

Overview

  • On Monday, Alex Pereira wrote on Instagram, “Looks like the White House is a NO GO!!!,” indicating he no longer expects to compete on the June 14 card.
  • The UFC has said formal matchmaking for the White House event will not begin until at least February.
  • Dana White has expressed reluctance to book Jon Jones for the showcase due to Jones’ recent history of withdrawals and other issues.
  • Jon Jones announced plans to fight again after a brief retirement and has aimed for a slot on the White House card.
  • Pereira’s next bout remains unresolved, with media speculation pointing to a possible early-2026 title defense against Carlos Ulberg, though no fight is confirmed.