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White House UFC cage construction begins ahead of UFC Freedom 250 event

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Construction has begun on a UFC cage at the White House for the UFC Freedom 250 event.
The event is scheduled for 14 June, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American Independence and Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
A 5,000-seat arena is being built outside the White House, which the US president described as the “biggest event” for the UFC.
The fights will be invite-only, with no general admission.
Fans can apply for free tickets to watch the event from the nearby Ellipse Park.

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