Overview
- The UFC published a three-day slate that puts the press conference at the Lincoln Memorial, Fan Fest and weigh-ins on the Ellipse with free ticketed entry, and a Sunday 8 p.m. ET watch party.
- The seven-fight lineup is led by Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje and Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane, with Derrick Lewis added after the president asked why he was not on the card.
- White said Tuesday the promotion will cover all costs with no taxpayer funds, and Crypto.com is backing a $1 million fighter bonus pool.
- A temporary arena of about 4,500 seats is planned for the South Lawn, with overflow viewing on large screens and stages set up on the Ellipse.
- The octagon setup is being fabricated in Europe and will ship through Philadelphia for assembly in D.C., a plan that will add complex transport, weather and Secret Service security needs.