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The UFC White House event comes closer by the day. New details emerged, revealing how much the company will spend on it.
The UFC's planned White House event, costing $60 million, will not turn a profit but is viewed as a long-term investment.
CEO Dana White told "CBS News Sunday Morning" that he wants people to be "authentic" rather than "overtly political."
The UFC White House card is expected to be announced next week, and it appears Conor McGregor won’t feature. The Irishman had been the frontrunner to top the unprecedented bill on June 14.
It remains to be seen if Green's wish will be granted, because Chandler (23-10 MMA, 2-5 UFC) is also eager to fight at UFC White House. For now, though, he is revelling in the glory of a thrilling victory, which he somehow did not receive a Performance of the Night bonus for.
In honor of American independence, Colby Covington wants to rehash the Revolutionary War. This summer, a once-in-a-lifetime event goes down from the South Lawn of the White House, as the UFC will host an event in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.