- Ilia Topuria will defend his UFC lightweight title against interim champion Justin Gaethje this Sunday at a White House event.
- The event celebrates 250 years of the United States and coincides with President Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
- Tensions have risen between the fighters, who have exchanged personal insults concerning divorce and family.
- Gaethje made comments about Topuria's recent divorce, prompting Topuria to retaliate by referencing Gaethje's father.
- This bout represents Gaethje's third opportunity to claim the undisputed lightweight belt, while Topuria seeks to maintain his undefeated record.
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