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Ari Emanuel Scales Back UFC White House Plan to 6–7 Fights With 3,000–4,000 on South Lawn

Emanuel’s update refocuses the June 14 production as a compact, televised showcase to be simulcast on CBS and Paramount+, countering inflated crowd expectations tied to separate fan festivities.

Overview

  • TKO/Endeavor chief Ari Emanuel said the card will feature roughly six to seven bouts with attendance capped at about 3,000–4,000 on the White House South Lawn.
  • The event is set for June 14 and will be simulcast on CBS and Paramount+, with additional viewing areas in Washington still being determined.
  • Emanuel clarified that President Donald Trump’s 100,000 figure refers to a broader fan-fest concept rather than seats at the fights themselves.
  • Dana White’s team is actively matchmaking with a goal to finalize the lineup by late February, and no fights have been officially announced.
  • BKFC’s David Feldman says Conor McGregor is training intensely but his UFC return hinges on contract talks, while Michael Chandler calls himself a “shoo-in” for the card and reports suggest a possible Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje title bout, all unconfirmed.