A unique UFC event took place on Sunday, June 14, in Washington, D.C. The competition was held on the White House lawn to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States and President Donald Trump's 80th birthday. The main event featured a bout between Spanish-Georgian fighter Ilia Topuria and American fighter Justin Gaethje. Despite Topuria's previous undefeated record of 17 wins, Gaethje dominated the fight. The referee stopped the match after four rounds, awarding Gaethje his 28th career victory and the championship belt. Topuria sustained significant facial injuries and required medical transport via ambulance. Additionally, Brazilian fighter Alex Pereira competed in his first heavyweight bout but was defeated by France's Ciryl Gane.