French fighter Ciryl Gane defeated Brazilian Alex Pereira by technical knockout to win the interim UFC heavyweight championship. The victory occurred during a unique UFC event hosted at the White House in Washington D.C. Gane’s performance demonstrated his dominance over the previously favored Pereira. This marks a significant achievement for Gane in his professional mixed martial arts career. The event itself was notable for its unusual location, bringing the sport to a prominent political venue. The interim title suggests the current heavyweight champion is unable to compete at this time. This win positions Gane as a strong contender for a future title unification bout.