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Dana White reveals the one fight he failed to make for UFC White House card
- Dana White says a women’s fight could not be finalized for the UFC White House card, citing scheduling issues with Weili Zhang.
- The White House event, on June 14, features seven bouts and a headline defense by Ilia Topuria against Justin Gaethje.
- Trump personally asked White to add Derrick Lewis to the card, prompting an added bout with Josh Hokit.
- White added that the extra fight with Lewis and Hokit was included after the president's request, with no promises of further additions unless instructed.
- Trump's involvement extended to influencing card decisions during UFC events, including attendance at UFC 327 in Miami.
- The event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States with a stacked lineup and military presence.
- The White House card reportedly included a main event featuring Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with a prior plan for a Zhang-Dern women's bout.
- Dern became champion after beating Virna Jandiroba; Zhang had vacated the strap for a flyweight attempt before losing to Shevchenko.
- White stated there would be no more fights added unless Trump called him to direct otherwise.
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