Construction underway on UFC Octagon at White House for Flag Day fights
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Key Points:
- Construction of the UFC Octagon is ongoing on the White House South Lawn for the "UFC Freedom Fights 250" event scheduled on June 14, coinciding with President Trump's birthday and Flag Day.
- The event will feature a lightweight title fight between undisputed champion Ilia Topuria and interim title holder Justin Gaethje, along with four additional bouts.
- Tickets for the event are reportedly free, with President Trump stating that tens of thousands of spectators will be able to watch both on the South Lawn and in surrounding parks, including the Ellipse, which could accommodate up to 100,000 fans.
- Prize money for selected fighters will be partly sponsored by Crypto.com, and UFC has shared renderings showing the fight cage, stadium seating, and a fan fest in Ellipse Park.
- White House spokesperson Davis Ingle described the event as one of the greatest and most historic sports events, highlighting it as a celebration of America's 250th anniversary under President Trump's vision.