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SportsMar 7

UFC Plans White House Event, McGregor Eyes Summer Return

UFC announces White House event for June while Conor McGregor discusses potential summer comeback fight.

Synthesized from 6 sources

The Ultimate Fighting Championship is planning a major event at the White House in Washington, D.C., set for June, UFC President and CEO Dana White announced during the UFC 326 press conference. White stated that the complete card for the Washington event would be announced on Saturday.

Meanwhile, former two-division champion Conor McGregor has indicated he is in discussions with the UFC regarding a potential return to competition over the summer. McGregor referenced the White House event when discussing his comeback plans, suggesting his return could coincide with the high-profile Washington venue.

In other UFC business developments, heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has signed with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom talent agency for representation while remaining under contract with the UFC. The move brings Aspinall under the management umbrella of one of boxing's most prominent promoters.

The White House event represents an unprecedented venue for the UFC, marking what would be the organization's first event at the presidential residence. Details about the format, participants, and specific nature of the event have not yet been disclosed, with the full announcement expected this weekend.

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